Lot 68
  • 68

A Polish Parcel-gilt Silver Torah Shield, Maker's Mark AS, Early 19th Century

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • height 6 5/8 in. (16.6cm)
arched rectangular backplate chased with foliage and applied with central compartment enclosing the Torah, flanked by openwork columns topped by lions supporting a crown, at the base a pair of stags flanking a screw-on portion plaque, with chain, marked near base AS in monogram and 12

Condition

good condition, may have had a ring at top
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