Lot 16
Esther Scroll in a Silver Case Set with Gemstones - Israel, Mid-20th Century
Esther scroll in a silver case set with coral and ruby oval cabochons [Israel, ca. 1950s-70s].
Ink on parchment; silver (marked), gemstones and gilt.
Coated parchment [Eretz Israel, 20th century], inexpert hand. Written on one long membrane.
Silver case with a plain, conical handle. Cylindrical body, set with an oval coral cabochon and a smaller rhinestone in a gilt crown-shaped frame. Flower-shaped finial set with a ruby cabochon. Gilt top, bottom and pull piece.
Length (including handle): 23 cm. Good condition. Worn gilding.
