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Miniature Scroll of Esther with case made of bone. Holland/England. 19th-20th century

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Miniature Scroll of Esther with case made of bone. Holland/England. 19th-20th century

Miniature Scroll of Esther with case made of bone and wood. Holland/England. 19th-20th century.

Description of the Scroll: [4] strips of parchment sewn together. The parchment is 63 mm. wide. The overall length is about 180 cm. Velish script. 18 lines.

Case: The megilla is housed within a round case made of wood and bone. Nice engraved text of the blessings recited before the reading of the megilla and grapevines. The upper section features a nice crown and the bottom has a rounded handle for rolling the scroll.
Length: 140 mm. Width: 30 mm. Original clasp with handle made as a ring.

Condition: Light tears, primarily to the beginning of the megilla. Faded ink in a number of places. Minimal stains. Moderate condition. The case is in very fine condition.