This is a handcrafted 925 sterling silver traveling Havdalah set in a compact "brick house" architectural motif, designed as a single, hinged modular unit for portability. The rectangular body (approx. 4.5" long x 2" wide x 1.5" high) mimics a miniature Jerusalem stone house with finely engraved horizontal brick textures on all sides, giving it a tactile, heritage-inspired depth. The Hebrew word "הבדלה" (Havdalah) is boldly embossed in raised script on multiple panels, adding ritual authenticity.
Key components:
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Kiddush Cup: A central, shallow cylindrical cup (1–1.5" deep, with a beaded rim) integrated into the top for holding wine/grape juice.
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Besamim (Spice) Box: The main compartment opens via a hinged lid with a small clasp, revealing an interior lined in tarnished silver (holds aromatic spices like cloves). It features subtle interior ribbing for spice retention.
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Candle Holder: Slot on one end for the braided Havdalah candle; tubes double as "legs" for stability when open.
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Additional Details:The 925 hallmark is stamped on the base edge.
Age: Mid-to-late 20th century (circa 1960–1990), likely from a Jerusalem workshop during Israel's modern Judaica renaissance.
Usage: For the Havdalah ceremony ending Shabbat/holidays—wine in the cup, spices in the box, multi-wick candle in the slot. The format makes it ideal for travel, hotel observances, or gifting to students/new families.
Origin: Israeli, handcrafted in Jerusalem (e.g., Bezalel-inspired or Nadav Art-style atelier). The brick motif symbolizes the city's ancient walls, a staple of 20th-century Zionist Judaica exports.
Item dimensions: 3.8 in tall × 2 in wide × 1.6 in deep Â
Weight of item only: 4.8 oz
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