{"product_id":"rare-inscribed-silver-yad-torah-pointer-open-hamsa-hand-middle-eastern-judaica-9-25-in","title":"Rare Inscribed Silver Yad Torah Pointer Open Hamsa Hand Middle Eastern Judaica 9.25 In","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an exceptional Middle Eastern \/ North African silver Yad (Torah Pointer) featuring an open-work Hamsa (Hand of Protection) finial and a multi-faceted octagonal stem. Measuring 9.25 inches in length and weighing 51 grams, this piece displays extensive hand-chiseled Hebrew epigraphy running continuously across the terminal and shaft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe open-work palm is hand-engraved with the opening of 1 Samuel 2:2 (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ein Kadosh Ka-Adonai, Ki Ein Biltecha\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e). The verse continues along the octagonal stem with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"V'Ein Tzor Ke'Eloheinu\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (\"And there is no rock like our God\"). The shaft also includes the date \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the patronymic name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Ben Eliyahu\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and delicate floral border chasing along the reverse side. Unmarked as is characteristic of regional Mizrahi silver metalwork, tested as silver alloy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorical Provenance \u0026amp; Design Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece represents Mizrahi metalwork traditions, combining Islamic architectural motifs (the protective Hamsa) with sacred Hebrew epigraphy. The use of octagonal faceted shafts alternating with cylindrical knops mirrors regional architectural forms of North Africa and the Levant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e North Africa \/ Levant (Mizrahi \/ Sephardic Synagogue Tradition)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dated 1967 (incorporating traditional regional styling)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unmarked Silver (Tested)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.25 Inches (23.5 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 51 Grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent condition with crisp, legible hand-chiseled script, natural surface patina, and minor wear consistent with ceremonial handling. No structural damage, bends, or repairs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference Literature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJudaica: Silver, Pewter, Brass, Ceremonial Objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Jay Weinstein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage \/ Reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Page 142, Plate 118 (documenting North African and Levantine silver Yads with open-work Hamsa terminals, multi-faceted stems, and hand-engraved biblical verses).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Light and Legacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67930017071147,"sku":"1638","price":985.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0614\/5379\/5371\/files\/20261012_131532.jpg?v=1792357751","url":"https:\/\/thelightandlegacy.com\/products\/rare-inscribed-silver-yad-torah-pointer-open-hamsa-hand-middle-eastern-judaica-9-25-in","provider":"Light and Legacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}