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Description:
Small Silver Filigree Cased Megillah, late 19th/early 20th century, apparently unmarked, cylindrical body containing a hand-lettered black ink on parchment scroll, surmounted by an openwork crown scroll, tapered roller, scroll ht. 1 3/8, overall ht. 5 1/2 in.
Estimate $800-1,500
Good. Parchment torn near pull plate, not affecting text/in need of repair.
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Fine Judaica
The Fine Judaica department handles objects of great religious and cultural significance, bringing expertise and a passion for the material to bear in every appraisal, evaluation and auction.