Seal of Safed Kloiz of Rebbe David Moshe Friedman of Chortkov

Seal of Safed Kloiz of Rebbe David Moshe Friedman of Chortkov
Round copper seal with wooden handle. Safed, ca. 1880. (Before 1903).
The seal is encircled with a writing: "Seal of kloyz of Rabbi David Moshe of Chortkov". In the center there is a Maggen David, and around it the writing "Beit David, Ohel Moshe, Tif'eret Yisrael". In the center of the Magen David it says "Safed", with an open book and a Torah crown.
From the title "Rebbe" it is possible to conclude that the seal served the Safed Kloiz during the Rebbe's life and it is dated 1880.
Rebbe David Moshe Friedman, first rebbe of Chortkov, son of Rabbi Yisrael of Ruzhyn (great grandson of the Maggid of Mezritch). Born on Shavuot 1827. Known as holy and never involved in an idle talk. In 1867 he settled in Chortkov, acquired a castle in which he dwelled and established nearby a Beit Midrash. Was well known for his modesty though he acted gracefully according to the Ruzhyn Rebbes' tradition, he traveled in a fancy carriage, wore golden shoes and led an ostentatious way of life. Had tens of thousands of followers who turned to him for advice and blessing. Supported financially the building of a synagogue and Chasidic kloiz of Chortkov in Safed since he felt a special bond with Safed and Meron. Died in 1903.
Seal diameter: 4.1 cm. Height: 6.2 cm. Good condition. Usage marks.