An exceptional late 19th to early 20th-century hand-hammered brass Judaica small dish or pin tray, later converted into a hanging wall plaque. Featuring intricate, hand-chased repoussé craftsmanship, the center is prominent with a traditional interlocking Star of David (Magen David) enclosed by a central six-crescent rosette and stylized fleur-de-lis flourishes.

The piece exhibits a classic scalloped "pie-crust" rim and an outer geometric border. The reverse reveals clear, authentic tool marks from manual hammering, along with an older retrofitted brass ring soft-soldered to the back for wall display—a period modification that speaks to its long history of display and use.

• Craftsmanship: Hand-hammered and hand-chased repoussé brass.

• Motifs: Interlocking Star of David, central rosette, geometric borders, and scalloped edge.

• Adaptation: Secondary ring added to reverse via soft solder for wall hanging.

Origin & Age

• Origin: Middle East / Ottoman Empire or Early British Mandate (likely North Africa/Morocco or Levant/Jerusalem artisan workshops).

• Estimated Age: Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century (Circa 1890s–1920s).

Condition

• Overall: Very Good antique condition, retaining a rich, unpolished natural brass patina.

• Surface Details: Light remnants of dried vintage white metal polish remain deep within the detailed relief lines on the front.

• Reverse / Modifications: Features an older, secondary hanging ring soft-soldered to the back with associated heat discoloration to the raw metal around the joint, typical of hand-soldered retrofits.

• Finish: Left in original as-found, uncleaned condition to preserve historical character and natural oxidation.

Specifications

• Material: Solid Brass

• Diameter: 4.25 inches

• Weight: ~3 oz

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