Auction 32
Objects: Judaica, Israeliana, Archeology and Medals
By Kedem
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Jul 2, 2013
8 Ramban St, Jerusalem., Israel
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LOT 117:
Charity Box – Bikur Holim Society
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Sold for: $1,200
Start price:
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1,200
Buyer's Premium: 23%
VAT: 18%
On commission only
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Charity Box – Bikur Holim Society
Charity box. [Unknown origin, early 19th cent.]. Cast iron, soldered and engraved. Conic box, with an opening lid with a carrying handle and a slot for inserting coins. Buckle and loop for lock. An illustration of a bed on one panel and engraved inscription: "LeEzrat Holim …" , "Hevrat Bikur Holim "(1781) [it is possible that the date refers to the date of the society's establishment]. Diameter: approx. 7 cm. Height: 10 cm. Rust marks, deleted or blurred inscription.
