Lot 170
"Shechita" Knife and Sharpener – Ordination of a Female
"Shechita" knife, with sharpener. [20th century].
The knife is placed in a matching leather case. The sharpener is attached to a board with a handle of carved wood.
* Attached is a certification for "shechita" to Ms. Germana Siniglia, daughter of Rabbi Carlo, who is expert in the laws of "shechita". The certification is valid only if an "urgent exclusive need for meat" arises and in the condition that no male "shochet" is available. Signed by Rabbi Elia Shmuel Hartom. Firenze, 1931. Italian (translation enclosed). Typewritten and signed by hand.
Length of knife; 28 cm.
