(Civil War Judaica). Hebrew prayer-book. Binding with Union Shield corner pieces.

Estimate: $1,000–$1,500
Hammer price: $800

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

author

(AMERICAN-JUDAICA).

printer

L.H. Frank

Place

New York

Publication

1863

Description

Tefilat Yisrael - Prayers of Israel. Text in Hebrew and English.

summary

A most uncommon item of Civil War Judaica. The corners of this volume are inlaid with brass Union Shields, reflecting the loyalties of the owner during the tumultuous Civil War era in which the Siddur was printed.

pp. 183, 173. Original silk, worn, with 7 (of 8) metal corner-pieces. 8vo.

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