This 3.25-inch mezuzah case is crafted from brass with a decorative, intentionally aged green patina finish that contrasts with the polished gold-tone Hebrew characters. The case includes a rear mounting plate/hinge, allowing it to be affixed to a doorpost. The included scroll (klaf) is a traditional inclusion; however, without professional inspection by a sofer (scribe), its status as "kosher" cannot be verified. Given the age and nature of such decorative items, the scroll is often considered a symbolic or non-kosher example. The piece exhibits the natural wear and patina consistent with a well-loved religious artifact.

  • Origin: Likely Israel or a major Judaica production center, mid-20th century.

  • Material: Cast brass with applied green patina and gold-tone finish.

  • Condition: Excellent "as-found" condition with authentic vintage patina. The hinge mechanism is functional.

  • Dimensions: 3.25 inches in length, suitable for small to standard interior doorframes.

Reference

  • Book: The Origin of the Decorated Mezuzah

  • Author: Franz Landsberger

  • Context: Published in Hebrew Union College Annual, Vol. 31 (1960), pp. 149–166. This source provides the scholarly foundation for the evolution of decorated mezuzah cases in Jewish history.

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Vintage Brass Mezuzah Case with Patina Finish & Hebrew Shaddai Script 3.25"

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