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Mezuzah (door-post amulet) case
Mezuzah (door-post amulet) case
Mezuzah (door-post amulet) case
DepartmentMiddle East

Mezuzah (door-post amulet) case

NameMezuzah case
CultureJewish
Date20th century
Place madeSyria, Middle East, Asia
MediumBrass, silver, copper
DimensionsOverall: 5 7/8 x 2 3/8 in. (15 x 6 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2010.41.1
DescriptionMetal case made of brass with copper and silver inlays using the damascene inlay technique. Images of Judaic symbols, including a menorah on the top portion and four fish on the bottom. Two holes surrounded with copper are centered on the top and bottom for use in attaching the case to a doorpost.
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