Bevel edged carnelian seal panel engraved shield containing Star of David, two shofars, sheep’s head and Hebrew inscription:”Da’at Ha’Chayim,” all below a tree. Openwork pedestal chased with pineapples and scrolls. 1 x 1.5 inches.
AUCTION 57 |
Thursday, January 31st,
2013 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art
Lot 360
RARE GOLD AND CARNELIAN-SET FOB SEAL.
Bevel edged carnelian seal panel engraved shield containing Star of David, two shofars, sheep’s head and Hebrew inscription:”Da’at Ha’Chayim,” all below a tree. Openwork pedestal chased with pineapples and scrolls. 1 x 1.5 inches.
Circa 1900
Est: $2,000 - $3,000
PRICE REALIZED $3,250
This functional decorative seal would be attached to a gentleman’s watch chain, suspended from a small fob pocket and used to impress a coat-of-arms, initial or small design into sealing wax.