Online Auction 010 - Jewish and Israeli History and Culture

Purim Token – Germany, 16th Century

Opening: $250
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Rechnungspfennig token, with the figures of Mordechai and Hamman (scenes from the Book of Esther). [Germany, ca. 1590]. Made by Hans Krauwinkel.
Obverse: Mordechai wearing regal attire, riding a horse led by Hamman, surmounted by the legend "Hamman Mordoche". Beneath is the legend "Esther VI". Signed – "H.K". Reverse: Hamman hanged in his yard and the legend "Das Havs [Haus] Hamman".
Diameter: 27 mm.
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