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Pinkas. From the Community of Vasziló.

Auction 91 · Lot 14

Pinkas. From the Community of Vasziló.

Estimate
$800–$1,200
Hammer price
Not recorded

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author

(SLOVAKIA).

Place

Vasziló

Publication

1850

Description

Hebrew manuscript on paper, written in square and cursive calligraphic Ashkenazic hands.

summary

The ledger-book for “Our Chevra,” an association in Vasziló (Námestovo District), Slovakia. Containing dozens of entries for individual members on dedicated pages, listing dates of importance, honors, Jahrzeits, donations and the like. At the beginning of the volume is a beautiful entry relating to the writing of a Sepher Torah in 1843, along with the names of the donors. A fruitful resource for genealogists.
pp. 38 (excluding blanks). Few stains. Original boards, worn. 4to.
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