Crown for Torah case (Tunisian or Algerian). [Israel, second half of 20th century].
Silver, cast (unmarked); enamel.
Crown for adorning a Sephardi Torah case. Composed of twelve identically designed links attached to one another by pins and hinges. The link serving as a clasp is divided into two halves. All links almost identically decorated, with appliqués in the form of a seven-branched menorah, the Two Tablets of the Law (with the abbreviated Ten Commandments engraved), and a large Star of David with the word "Zion" at center.
Column-shaped ornaments connect the links one to another. Blue enamel is applied to the lines of the Stars of David, and to the capitals of the columns. Twelve small plates bearing the emblems of each of the Twelve Tribes of Israel are soldered onto the surfaces of each link, between the Star of David and the lower border.
Height: 14.5 cm. Total length: 115 cm. Overall good condition. Lengthy suspension hooks soldered onto back. Rings attached to lower centers of menorah ornaments (but missing in some) – possibly for bells or other ornaments (missing).
