"10 Pcs Antique Russian Judaica 875 Silver Kiddush Cups"
Antique Russian Judaica 875 Silver Kiddush Cup. This type of goblet holds significant cultural and religious value within Judaism, particularly for the Kiddush ceremony which sanctifies Shabbat and holidays with wine or grape juice. - Origin and Markings: These cups are Russian in origin and are marked with "875" silver standard, which translates to 87.5% pure silver content, a common purity standard in Imperial Russia (often denoted as 84 zolotniks).
- Historical Context: Many antique Russian Kiddush cups date back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, pre-dating the Soviet era, and are often
- identifiable by specific silversmith hallmarks and city marks like Moscow or Kiev.
- Design and Features: These goblets typically feature engraved decorations, which can include geometric patterns, floral motifs, or even scenic depictions, and often have a gilt (gold-washed) interior.
- Cultural Significance: Beyond their material value, these cups are cherished as Judaica, serving a ceremonial purpose in Jewish religious observance and often passed down through generations
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