An Anglo-Jewish parcel-gilt silver and gem set ''Choshen Mishpat'' Torah Shield, England, early 20th century

bidding is closed

Description

length (including pendants) 11in. (28cm)

the square backplate set with pastes and hardstones and appropriately inscribed with the names of the twelve tribes in English, applied with gilt pomegranate motifs, topped with a lamb below a hardstone cabochon, repeated on two hanging pendants, apparently unmarked, fitted leather display case

Catalogue Note

Torah Shields made in the form of the Breastplate of the High Priest are typical of Victorian and Edwardian England.