Sepher Ha’aruch [Talmudic dictionary]

Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
Hammer price: $700

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author

NATHAN BEN YECHIEL OF ROME.

printer

Gershom Soncino

Place

Pesaro

Publication

1517

Description

Second Edition

references

Vinograd, Pesaro 44; Adams N-59

summary

R. Nathan’s Aruch is “a manifestation not only of its author’s brilliance and deep acquaintance with sources, but also of his encyclopaedic knowledge. Indeed, in some instances it is the sole source for ancient traditions of Talmudic interpretation.” S. B. Linderman, Sefer Sarid Be’arachin (1972), introduction. * WITH: Another Edition: [Vinograd, Prague 1166]. Thick 4to. Prague, 1819

ff. 195 (of 196) lacking title. Portion of f.2 repaired with loss, slight staining, foxing on a few leaves. Recent half-vellum. Folio

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