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Rare and authentic antique Moroccan snuff box, hand-carved from natural horn with a hinged brass lid and original loop clasp. This unique piece features an incised Hebrew inscription, which includes a rabbi’s name:

שלום אזולאי ס״ט

(“Iss Uzra’i, S”T” – likely a reverent abbreviation referring to a respected rabbinical figure).

This type of snuff box was commonly used by Jewish communities in North Africa, especially Morocco, during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These personal objects often bore inscriptions or dedications and were passed down through generations.

Details:

• Material: Natural horn, brass fittings

• Inscription: Hebrew (Rabbinical name and abbreviation)

• Origin: Morocco, North Africa

• Period: Late 19th to early 20th century

• Condition: Very good for age; natural wear, patina on brass

A highly collectible Judaica artifact with historical and cultural significance. Perfect for collectors of Sephardic heritage items, Jewish ritual objects, or ethnographic antiques.

Dimensions

6 cm length

2.5 cm width

3.5 cm Height