Erfurt Treasure, Medieval treasure in Old Synagogue, Erfurt, Germany
The Erfurt Treasure is a collection of silver and gold objects kept in the Old Synagogue. The hoard includes coins, ingots, jewelry, and tableware from the Middle Ages.
This collection was buried in a house wall in 1349 during a time of persecution. It remained hidden until the 20th century when construction work accidentally uncovered it.
The wedding ring in this collection shows how Jewish traditions and local craftsmanship were connected in the Middle Ages. You can see Hebrew letters and Gothic design elements appearing on the same piece.
This treasure is displayed in a climate-controlled case where you can examine the objects closely. Take your time looking at the different pieces, as each one has its own character and craftsmanship details.
One brooch in the collection has an inscription in medieval German script reading 'OWE MINS HERZ'. This rare combination of craftsmanship and personal text offers a direct glimpse into the lives of people from that era.
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