Of house-form in the Gothic style. Coin-slot set at top of shingled roof, side hinged door applied with Hebrew letters “Charity Saves from Death” (Proverbs 10:2). 9.5 x 8 x 5 inches.

Estimate: $6,000–$8,000
Hammer price: Not recorded

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HEAVY ALSATIAN BRASS CHARITY BOX.

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19th century

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For another charity box from Alsace, see Sotheby’s, The Michael & Judy Steinhardt Judaica Collection, April 29th, 2013, Lot 244. See also Israel Museum Catalogue, The Jews of Alsace (1991) pp. 14 and 54.

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Of house-form in the Gothic style. Coin-slot set at top of shingled roof, side hinged door applied with Hebrew letters “Charity Saves from Death” (Proverbs 10:2). 9.5 x 8 x 5 inches.

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