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The silver Torah shield is rectangular and terminates with a semi circular arch. A facade is depicted in the centre, supported by two columns. A Torah Ark with two opening doors bearing a Torah scroll is set within the facade. The facade is flanked by a human faced lion and an unicorn tied with a chain.The central part of the arch bears a cartouche composed of two foliate scrolls bearing within the words : "כ"ת" "Torah crown" and is surmounted by a crown. The Torah shield is framed by a band of foliate scrolls and gems. The lower margin consists of an inscription, and reads:

"מלכה פת )בת( אברהמ לפאר צק". "Malka the daughter of Abraham to glorify ??".

Four holes are situated at the shield's margins.

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Torah shield | Unknown
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1880
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S116815