Hazorfim 925 Sterling Silver Etrog Box Hebrew Inscription Vermeil Interior 272g

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This fine Jewish ceremonial artwork is a handcrafted .925 sterling silver Etrog (Citron) container by world-renowned Israeli silversmith studio Hazorfim.

… Read more This fine Jewish ceremonial artwork is a handcrafted .925 sterling silver Etrog (Citron) container by world-renowned Israeli silversmith studio Hazorfim.

The oval container features heavy repoussé and chased floral rose motifs along the body set against a stippled or hand-punched background, grounded on four rose-engraved cast cabriole feet. The hinged cover is deeply embossed with matching rose clusters and framed by Hebrew letter inscriptions referencing the Sukkot blessing ("ולקחתם לכם פרי עץ הדר" / "And you shall take for yourselves the fruit of a splendid tree"). The interior is fully lined with a rich gilt vermeil finish to protect the silver metal from the citric natural acid of the etrog fruit during the holiday.

Item Specifications


Manufacturer / Maker: Hazorfim (Israel)

Material: Fine .925 Sterling Silver (stamped HAZORIFM 925 on base) with Vermeil / Gold-Washed interior

Weight: ~272 grams (9.6 oz)

Dimensions: ~4.5" Height (including top handle/finial) x 5.25" Width/Length

Origin: Israel

Age / Period: Mid-to-Late 20th Century (c. 1970s–1990s)

Authenticity Assessment This piece displays key authenticity markers consistent with genuine Hazorfim silver production:

Maker's Mark: Stamped directly on the smooth underside of the base with HAZORFIM 925 in crisp rectangular punch fonts.

Construction & Finishing: The interior features standard electroplated or hand-applied gold wash (vermeil) specifically added to safeguard against citrus acidity, an essential functional hallmark of high-end Judaica Etrog boxes.

Design & Handwork: High-relief repoussé detailing with fine hand-stippled texturing and authentic cast foot application rather than spun thin plating.Design Significance & Provenance: Handcrafted in Israel by Hazorfim—the internationally recognized standard-bearer of luxury Jewish silversmithing—this repoussé sterling silver box represents a timeless blend of traditional Continental European floral chasing and Near Eastern ceremonial craftsmanship.

Curator's Note: Beyond its primary ceremonial purpose for the Sukkot festival, this piece possesses exceptional decorative versatility. Its lush rose repoussé motif, gilded interior, and warm sterling patina make it an exquisite vanity accessory, desk vessel, or luxury catchall for high-end residential interiors. See less