Pair of cases, in two sections; upper section with raised square box, engraved floral and geometric decoration on box and rim of base. Marked on base and inside lip. H: 65mm.

Estimate: $4,000–$6,000
Hammer price: Not recorded

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

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LARGE PAIR OF SILVER TEFILLIN CASES. Poland, mid-19th century.

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Cases such as these were often owned by prominent Hassidic leaders; the phylacteries would be stored inside when not in use in the synagogue during the daily morning service SEE ILLUSTRATION

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Pair of cases, in two sections; upper section with raised square box, engraved floral and geometric decoration on box and rim of base. Marked on base and inside lip. H: 65mm.

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