Auction 28 - Objects - Judaica, Ceremonial Art and Israeliana

A Fish-Shaped Spice Container - Gold

Opening: $2,000
Sold for: $3,500
Including buyer's premium
A fish-shaped spice container. [Europe, late 19th - early 20th century].
Gold 18 karat (or more) engraved, etched and sawn; set with gems.
The fish head is connected with hinges. When opened, the inscription "spices" appears where the head of the fish is connected to its body.
Length: 12 cm. width: 3 cm. Weight: 29 gr.
Torah Finials, Torah Pointers and Torah Crowns; Spice Containers
Torah Finials, Torah Pointers and Torah Crowns; Spice Containers