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Set Name: Giving in America
Culture: Jews
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Purim Charity Collection Plaque
Date made
late 19th - early 20th century
ID Number
CL.314494
accession number
65066
catalog number
314494
Description (Brief)
Giving is a fundamental part of many religions. These plaques were used during Purim, a Jewish holiday. Purim traditions include donating funds to charity, often through Jewish organizations.
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Currently not on view
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