{"product_id":"lot-of-4-vintage-jnf-tzedakah-boxes-complete-historical-evolution-set-c-1940s-1950s-mandate-palestine-pre-state-to-early-israel-pushke-tins-levin-epstein-chaim-murro","title":"Lot of 5 Vintage JNF Tzedakah Boxes | Complete Historical Evolution Set c. 1940s–1950s | Mandate Palestine Pre-State to Early Israel Pushke Tins | Levin-Epstein, Chaim Murro","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a historically significant, curated collect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eion of five (5) vintage \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewish National Fund (JNF \/ Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael \/ KKL)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \"Blue Box\" charity collection tins, traditionally known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epushkes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, this specific lot of five creates a co\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emplete 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Five Tins Included in this Set:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pre-State Mandate Emblem Box (Pre-1948):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"MADE IN PALESTINE.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Early Statehood Flag Variant (c. Late 1948–1950s):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"MADE IN ISRAEL,\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e providing an incredible historical juxtaposition when displayed next to the Mandate box. Lithographed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Levin-Epstein Ltd., Jerusalem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chaim Murro Map Box (c. 1950s):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A classic mid-century blue-and-white geographic map box. The lower side flank bears the highly collectible artist\/metalworker mark of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Chaim Murro, Jerusalem\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and was printed by \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Levin-Epstein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Traditional Olive Green Variant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e An early lithographed textual box featuring prominent Hebrew text on an olive-green ground, also showing the manufacturing attribution for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Levin-Epstein Ltd. in Jerusalem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecond \"Made in Israel\" Flag Variant:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Specifications \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eretz Israel (Palestine) \/ Early State of Israel (Jerusalem)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLithographers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A. Levin-Epstein Ltd. \/ Designed by Chaim Murro \u0026amp; others\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge \/ Era:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1940s to 1950s (Late British Mandate to Early Statehood)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lithographed tin plate \/ sheet steel with wire iron handles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate Dimensions (Per Tin):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4.75\" H x 4\" W x 2\" D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLot Quantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5 unique historic tins sold together as a single collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo chemical cleaners, rust removers, or abrasive polishes have been applied to preserve the completely original, untouched archaeological aesthetic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: large;\"\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor an authoritative reference on the historical development, variations, and cultural iconography of these iconic tins, please consult:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-791a3616-7fff-3682-1c6d-45f2f3eec752\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Title:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael (KKL-JNF) Archive Division \/ See also general entries in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Encyclopedia of Judaism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Sara E. Karesh and Mitchell M. Hurvitz (pp. 530–531, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTzedakah box [pushke]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eShipping calculated by e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eBay\/USPS\/UPS based on your ZIP code.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eItem Description and Condition Disclaimer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003eWe take great care in researching, identifying, and describing each antique item to the best of our ability, drawing on available resources and hands-on examination. However, as dedicated enthusiasts rather than professional appraisers or certified experts, we cannot offer guarantees on authenticity, age, origin, or precise valuation. We strongly recommend that buyers perform their own due diligence, including consulting reference materials or experts, and thoroughly examine the accompanying photographs. These images are an essential component of our listing and depict the item's actual condition, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections consistent with its antique nature. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect each lot and form their own assessment on condition, description and authenticity before purchasing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll items have signs of wear commensurate with age and usage. The lack of statement regarding condition does not imply that the item is in perfect condition or free from any and all defects. 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