(The “Kethav Sofer,” 1815-1871). Manuscript Document Signed in German.

Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
Hammer price: $900

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

author

SCHREIBER (SOFER), ABRAHAM SAMUEL BENJAMIN WOLF

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12th September

Place

Pressburg

Publication

1863

Description

"Aufgebets Bestatigung" pertaining to the engagement of a couple.

summary

The eldest son of the Chatham Sofer, R. Abraham Samuel Benjamin succeeded his father as Rabbi and Rosh Yeshivah of Pressburg. When signing here in German, he utilized just two initials of his four names. He signs "S.W. Schreiber, Oberrabiner." Plus his official stamp stating "Oberrabbiner in Pressburg."

One page with integral blank. Folds. Tax-stamp of 50 kr. tipped top right corner.

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