Ancient Haggadah, in Hebrew and Arabic, Brings $11,200 Auction Sale

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December 11, 1958

LONDON (Dec. 10)

An ancient Haggadah dating back to the 15th century today brought 4,000 pounds ($11,200) at auction here. The manuscript, in Hebrew and Arabic, is one of the oldest known copy in existence. It was bought by a dealer, Henrich Eisemann.

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