Calendar for the Years 1837-41. Autograph Manuscript Signed in Hebrew and English, composed by J.E. Lyons.

Estimate: $2,000–$3,000
Hammer price: $28,000

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author

(AMERICAN JUDAICA).

Place

Philadelphia

Publication

(1837-41)

Description

With astronomical details. Signature on final leaf and near Parshath Vayigash, January 1838. With additional notes in English in a smaller hand. From the library of Rabbi Dr. David de Sola Pool.

summary

Calendar composed for personal use by Philadelphia born Judah Eleazer Lyons (1779-1849), father of Hazzan Jacques Judah Lyons (1814-77). In addition to the actual calendar, there are occasional personal and family notations, as well comments relating to events and trips with friends and family members.

pp. (48). Loose in contemporary marbled wrappers, worn. 8vo.

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