Auction 70 · Lot 71
Engraved with central cartouche bearing Hebrew inscription: “This Cup was Made from a Holy Coin,” flanked by rampant lion and unicorn, set within scrolling motif, Greek-key design and pheasant. Marked. Height: 2.75 inches.
- Estimate
- $5,000–$7,000
- Hammer price
- Not recorded
Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.
author
CONTINENTAL SILVER “SHMIRAH” BEAKER.
Publication
19th century
summary
A revered custom was followed by Chassidim, whereby the charitable silver coins received from one’s Rebbe would be utilized in the production of a religious object - in this case, a wine-beaker, reserved for Sabbath use only.