Sefer Zichron Torat Moshe, index of the sayings of Talmudic sages in Talmud Bavli, Talmud Yerushalmi, midrashim and early scholarly works, by R. Moshe Figo. [Constantinople: Moshe ben Elazar Parnas HaRofeh, 1554]. First edition.
Missing title page and several other leaves. The first leaf in this copy contains the signature of R. David Egozi, among the greatest scholars of Constantinople in his generation: "I, David Egozi, bought this volume". A paper containing textual corrections in R. Egozi's handwriting is attached to the margins of the page [enclosed is an expert authentication of the handwriting and signature].
Other signatures on the same leaf: "the young Chizkiya Halevi"; "Moshe Bechor Yitzchak Halevi"; "In the service of my creator, David…Yosef Set".
R. David Egozi (Otzar Harabbanim 4692), a disciple of Eliyahu Ben Haim, was among the great rabbis of Constantinople and is mentioned in many contemporary Halachic responsa. He passed away in 1646.
[167] leaves. Originally [174] leaves. Missing title page and six other pages from various places in the book. 30 cm. Condition varies; overall good condition. Several pages in fair condition. Stains and wear. Several tears with damage to text. Dampstains and mold. First gatherings are detached. Missing front cover; back cover and spine are damaged.