Edelstein

Edelstein is the German word for "gemstone". It may also refer to:

• A surname of German origin; people with this surname include:
  • David Edelstein
  • Gordon Edelstein
  • Jakob Edelstein, the first Judenältester (Jewish Elder) in the Theresienstadt ghetto
  • Joseph Edelstein, b. Dec. 10, 1858 - d. Sep. 24, 1940, Manhattan, New York County, New York, USA - Yiddish Theater Theatrical Manager and Theater Owner and Director.
  • Pauline Edelstein, b. Feb. 10, 1866, Iasi, Romania - d. Sep. 27, 1942, Manhattan, New York - A Yiddish Theatre actress and wife of Joseph Edelstein.
  • Lisa Edelstein
  • Ludwig Edelstein
  • Morris Michael Edelstein
  • Yoel Edelstein
  • William A. Edelstein

Toponymy:

• Edelstein, Illinois