Categories: Silver
Exquisite Silver Judaica Articulated Fish Besamim Spice Box – Rare Collector’s Piece
£ 395.00
Categories: Silver
Exquisite Silver Judaica Articulated Fish Besamim Spice Box – Rare Collector’s Piece
£ 395.00
On offer is a rare and beautiful antique silver articulated fish Besamim spice box, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, made from solid silver and showcasing lifelike articulated scales and flowing fins. Whether you’re a Judaica collector or a lover of meaningful décor, this piece offers a tactile link to the past — and a timeless presence in any interior.
Crafted with care and rich in visual character, this articulated fish spice box serves equally as a display piece, a conversation starter, or a lasting heirloom.
📌 KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine silver – hand-articulated sections allow realistic tail movement
✅ Detailed fish motif – engraved facial features, flowing fins, and red gemstone-set eyes
✅ Origin: Likely European Judaica, specific hallmarks on tail yet to be identified
✅ Condition: Excellent for its age, with only a tiny chip to one eye visible under magnification
✅ Includes accurate measurements: approx. 8.5 cm / 3.35 inches in length
✅ Rare example — not commonly found in this condition or style
💡 STYLING TIP
This piece works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern homes. Style it in a cabinet, layer it with antique books, or feature it on a mantel or dresser for a curated, lived-in look.
🎁 PERFECT FOR:
✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful decor
✔️ Collectors of Judaica, silver, or ceremonial antiques
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for a history lover
✔️ Display use in libraries, galleries, or period interiors
🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES (IF KNOWN):
This articulated silver fish Besamim box is a traditional piece used in Havdalah ceremonies. Crafted with exceptional attention to detail, it features individually constructed, movable scales and a hinged mouth opening to a gilded spice compartment — a hallmark of fine Judaica craftsmanship. Acid-tested for silver purity; hallmarks present but not yet identified.
📏 MEASUREMENTS (Accurate + Prioritized):
• Length: approx. 8.5 cm / 3.35 inches
• Width & Depth: varies due to articulated shape; approx. 1.5 cm / 0.6 inches widest
• Weight: tbc if needed
📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
We ship worldwide using tracked, insured services. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location — no surprises. All items are securely packed with care and experience.
📌 WHY IT MATTERS:
This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in material and form. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and honesty. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and story.
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