RUBIN, REBECCA (Ed.). The Bene-Israel Annual and Year Book 1919-1920

AUCTION 5 | Tuesday, June 23rd, 1998 at 1:00

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Lot 151

(INDIAN JUDAICA)

RUBIN, REBECCA (Ed.). The Bene-Israel Annual and Year Book 1919-1920

Third Year of Issue Original brown paper wrappers, spine taped. 8vo

Junagadh: State Printing Press 1919

Est: $150 - $200

PRICE REALIZED $225

A wealth of social history concerning the Jewish community in India. A 1911 census report accounts for the Jewish population of each region. Communal institutions are described, including synagogues, schools, brotherhoods and athletic clubs. A Communal Register contains many prominent local names. A list of Bene Israel publications is provided in both English and Marathi