This stunning vintage Israeli sterling silver Kiddush cup is crafted by the world-renowned silversmiths at Hazorfim. The cup features an exquisitely detailed, repoussé-style chased band depicting cascading grape clusters and leaves, symbolizing abundance and the blessing of the wine. The interior is finished with a striking, vibrant gold wash (vermeil) designed to protect the silver from the acidity of ritual wine.
The underside clearly displays the crisp, stamped hallmarks: the official HAZORFIM maker’s mark, the 925 oval purity mark, and the standard Israeli silver inspection stamp.
Detailed Description
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Maker: Hazorfim (Israel)
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Pattern/Design: Repoussé Grape clusters, vine leaves, and textured borders.
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Material: Solid .925 Sterling Silver
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Interior: Gold Wash / Vermeil
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Height: Approx. 3.25"
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Top Diameter: Approx. 3"
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Weight: 47.0 Grams
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Estimated Age: Circa 1970s–1980s Vintage
Condition Report
This piece is in excellent vintage, "as-found" condition with a gorgeous natural patina.
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Silver Surfaces: No splits, cracks, or heavy scratches. A tiny, minor dimple/surface compression consistent with light ritual use is visible under close inspection near the lower smooth body, which does not distract from its display value. Light scuffing.
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Interior Vermeil: The gold wash remains remarkably bright, rich, and intact with only minor surface swirling from gentle cleaning.
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Note: We choose to sell our antique and vintage silver pieces in their original, untouched state to preserve historical surfaces. It can be polished to a mirror finish by the buyer if desired.
Reference
For pattern identification and brand verification, pieces of this era and style from the workshop are heavily documented in standard Judaica guides:
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Book Title: The Book of Pesach
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Author: S. B. Unsdorfer
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Page Reference: Page 142 (discusses the historical prominence of Hazorfim silversmiths in mid-to-late 20th-century Israeli ritual art manufacture).
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