Megillah (scroll) with case, 19th - early 20th century, 15-5/16 x 3-1/8 x 2-5/16 in. ( x x cm), Silver, paper, Germany or Hungary (?), 19th-20th century, As is true with all biblical scrolls, the Esther Megillah is written entirely by hand on parchment. The scroll is contained within an inscribed, decorative silver case. The inscription on this piece identifies the scroll as an Esther Megillah (אסתר מגילה). This scroll holds particular significance for the celebration of Purim, which commemorates events believed to occur in mid-5th century BCE Persia

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