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An Israeli Gold Kiddush Cup, circa 1980

Auction Closed

December 15, 09:26 PM GMT

Estimate

4,000 - 6,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

An Israeli Gold Kiddush Cup, circa 1980


in the style of a Sfat beaker, engraved with scenes from the Holy Land, apparently unmarked


Weight 4 oz. (124.4 g)

Height 3⅜in. (8.5 cm)

The ovals bear the following inscriptions: “The Western Wall, in the holy city of Jerusalem, may it be rebuilt and reestablished;” “The Cave of Machpelah, in the holy city of Hebron, may it be rebuilt and reestablished;” “Rachel’s Tomb in Bethlehem.”