Shlomo ben Abad Shlomo (Tawina). Kathveinu LeChaim [laws, prayers and sermon for Rosh HaShanah]

Estimate: $200–$300
Hammer price: $200

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

author

(BAGHDAD).

Place

(Baghdad)

Publication

1878

Description

FIRST EDITION. Title-page on green.

references

Yaari, Baghdad 32.

summary

Noted among the New Year customs here, is the uncommon tradition to consume an apple dipped into sugar. The vast majority of the Jewish world is accustomed to dip the apple into honey.

ff. 9. Previous owner’s inscriptions. Contemporary marbled boards. 12mo.

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