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Floral Inspired Judaica Silver Spice Holder / Besamim, Early 20th Century

About the Item

Cast in the form of a flowering vine, the embossed silver flower-head radiating out from a pierced centre, attached to a naturalistically inspired leafy stem. The reverse having a cork backed compartment to receive spice. No apparent marks, but likely of Israeli origin . Weight, 22 grams.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Width: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver,Embossed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    In extremely good overall condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2728312901442
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