Lot 60
  • 60

An Austrian Silver Torah Shield, Vienna, 1865

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • marked on crown, maker's mark ?TN
  • height 15 3/4 in.
  • 40cm
of cartouche form, chased with columns enclosing the Decalogue below a crown and rampant lions, fitted with a portion plaque and hung with three blank shields, suspension chain, with later Hebrew dedication inscription dated 1909

Condition

good condition
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