Title: Testimonials in favor of Caim, son of Elia Coen of Corfu
Description: Volume of testimonials and letters of recommendation in favor of Caim di Elia Coen (Hayyim ben Elias Coen) of Corfu, spanning the period between 1625 to 1651. Caim Coen had lent considerable sums of money (without interest) to the Army of the Venetian Republic. It was used for the purchase of grain and other supplies. Many of the letters and testimonials express gratitude for his services.
Subjects: Moneylenders, Sources, Jews, History, Appropriations and expenditures, Italian Manuscripts
Places: Greece, Kerkyra, Venice (Italy)
People: Caim Coen (active 17th century)
Time periods: 17th century