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LOT 63:
Collection of [3] Torah Pointers. Silver and gold plated silver. North Africa, 19-20th Century
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Sold for: $600
Start price:
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Estimated price:
$700 - $800
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Collection of [3] Torah Pointers. Silver and gold plated silver. North Africa, 19-20th Century
[3] Torah scroll pointers. North Africa, 19th-20th century.
Description: [1] Torah scroll pointer, casted and engraved silver. Tripoli. Hallmarked [?], handle decorated with various designs. One side features the [Hebrew] words "Ohr Torah" and "Zion" within a star of David. The reverse bears the engraved dedication: "For the deceased Massouda Boharan ..." Interestingly, the pointing finger is bent closed in contrast to most common pointers where the finger is opened and pointed.
Length: 30 cm. Maximal width: 4.5 cm. Loop at the upper section.
[1] Finger and handle with various decorative designs, including two stars of David. 21 cm. Maximal width, about 2.5 cm. Ring and chamsa attached at the end, also with a star of David. Morocco.
[1] Pointer for Torah scroll, gold-plated silver. The plate bears the engraved [Hebrew] inscription: "For the soul of the maiden Tova daughter of Ezra Asher." 31 cm. Ring at its upper section.
Condition: Fine.
