This is a historically significant, curated collection of five (5) vintage Jewish National Fund (JNF / Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael / KKL) "Blue Box" charity collection tins, traditionally known as pushkes. Rather than common modern reproductions, this group represents entirely authentic, mid-century pieces of material history that spent decades in active service within Jewish households.

Together, this specific lot of five creates a complete chronological and graphic timeline showcasing the transitional history of the region from the late British Mandate era through the early years of the State of Israel. It features iconic lithography, legendary printer attributions, and a compelling progression of geographic and symbolic evolution.

The Five Tins Included in this Set:

1. The Pre-State Mandate Emblem Box (Pre-1948): Features the classic olive-green ground highlighted by the iconic gold-stamped JNF agricultural emblem (plowed fields under a sunburst) with Hebrew text. The lower flank explicitly bears the rare, historically critical stamp: "MADE IN PALESTINE."

2. The Early Statehood Flag Variant (c. Late 1948–1950s): Features a bold, prominent blue-and-white Israeli Flag design with the Star of David on the face. The side panel displays a matching gold agricultural emblem but is updated with the explicit stamp: "MADE IN ISRAEL," providing an incredible historical juxtaposition when displayed next to the Mandate box. Lithographed by A. Levin-Epstein Ltd., Jerusalem.

3. The Chaim Murro Map Box (c. 1950s): A classic mid-century blue-and-white geographic map box. The lower side flank bears the highly collectible artist/metalworker mark of "Chaim Murro, Jerusalem" and was printed by A. Levin-Epstein.

4. The Traditional Olive Green Variant: An early lithographed textual box featuring prominent Hebrew text on an olive-green ground, also showing the manufacturing attribution for A. Levin-Epstein Ltd. in Jerusalem.

5. Second "Made in Israel" Flag Variant: Completes the set as a perfect display companion, featuring the bold blue-and-white Israeli flag graphic, gold JNF agricultural emblem, and the explicit "MADE IN ISRAEL" stamping on the side panel. Shows honest, heavy weathering and vintage tape/paper residue on the edges.

Product Specifications & Details

• Origin: Eretz Israel (Palestine) / Early State of Israel (Jerusalem)

• Lithographers: A. Levin-Epstein Ltd. / Designed by Chaim Murro & others

• Age / Era: Circa 1940s to 1950s (Late British Mandate to Early Statehood)

• Material: Lithographed tin plate / sheet steel with wire iron handles

• Approximate Dimensions (Per Tin): 4.75" H x 4" W x 2" D

• Lot Quantity: 5 unique historic tins sold together as a single collection

Condition Report

Condition: As-Found / Relic Condition. This lot is being sold as-is, as a decorative and historically rich group. All four tins exhibit significant, honest signs of age, handling, and decades of active household use. Expect dense surface rust, oxidation, paint loss, craquelure/flecking, and localized structural distortions (most notably a prominent crush indentation on the blue flank of the map box, minor baseline corner dent on the flag box etc). The top plates show heavy rust, and the keys are missing. One box shows heavy spotting/paper residue on the reverse panel. No chemical cleaners, rust removers, or abrasive polishes have been applied to preserve the completely original, untouched archaeological aesthetic.

Reference

For an authoritative reference on the historical development, variations, and cultural iconography of these iconic tins, please consult:

• Book Title: The Blue Box

• Author: Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael (KKL-JNF) Archive Division / See also general entries in The Encyclopedia of Judaism by Sara E. Karesh and Mitchell M. Hurvitz (pp. 530–531, Tzedakah box [pushke]).

• Reference Note: The specific transition from the "Made in Palestine" agricultural emblem to the "Made in Israel" flag and Levin-Epstein map variants is heavily documented as the definitive domestic fundraising tool distributed internationally to households during the mid-20th century.

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