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Cabinet Photograph of Torah Finials Offered for Sale by Martin & Son, London, circa 1885

Cabinet photograph depicting silver finials for a Torah, offered for sale by Martin & Son, 245 Commercial Road, London. The photograph, part of a set of nine sent to Rabbi Sabato Morais of Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania circa 1880, shows ritual objects that may be from various dealers. Further research is needed to determine the objects' origin and age. Some photographs include weights and prices on the back, suggesting an inquiry about a purchase.

Associated People/Businesses

Martin & Son
Morais, Rabbi Sabato

Geography

London

Subjects

Rimmonim (Torah ornaments)
Religious articles
Cabinet photographs

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 10, Folder 1