Torah (Yad) reading hand in silver 875 thousandths, Russia, 19th century and 20th century the handle later applied with two red cabochons, the cross of David and a ribbon motif and two putti, on the upper part a ball with an openwork suspension ring resting on a lion, (scratches, knocks, accidents, alterations; re-stamped: standard "84", original hallmarks barely legible) Length : 32.5 cm Gross weight: 86 g AC This yad probably survived a fire, which would explain the marks visible on the handle. It would have been transformed and restored afterwards. (Expert: Cabinet E&S Portier)