GREENSTEIN JUDAICA HIGH HOLIDAY SEASON SALE
Lot 55:
AN EARLY KIDDUSH CUP MADE OF SHMIRAH SILVER....
AN EARLY KIDDUSH CUP MADE OF SHMIRAH SILVER. Poland, c. 1840. Beaker form. Engraved borders in geometrical design. Central cartouche engraved “THIS IS THE CUP MADE OF HOLY SILVER”, flanked by a unicorn and a lion. Shmirat judaica are religious objects that have been made from coins or eating utensils previously owned by holy rabbis. 2.7” tall. Estimate $4,000 – 6,000
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