The front face features a localized cartographic map layout of Israel labeled with historic boundaries and cities in Hebrew script, underscored by the bold title "Keren Kayemet LeYisrael." The reverse face displays the Star of David centered between two vertical blue bands mimicking the national flag design. The side panel carries the classic stylized KKL corporate emblem encircled by Hebrew text, clearly stamped at the bottom base with "INDUSTRIA ARGENTINA." The top plate is fitted with an integrated secure multi-prong metal coin slot mechanism and a dual-riveted sliding lock panel. This scarce geographic variant makes an exceptional addition to any advanced collection of early Zionist ephemera or historic global Judaica.

Origin: Argentina (South American Diaspora distribution)

Age: Circa 1940s–1950s

Material: Lithographed Tin / Sheet Metal

Dimensions: Approximately 5" Height x 4" Width x 2.25" Depth

Condition

• Overall State: Good vintage condition with an authentic, untouched aged patina.

• Surface Wear: Displays honest wear consistent with age and active community use, including minor lithography loss, surface scratches, scuffs, and areas of localized oxidation/surface rust primarily concentrated along the top rim, upper mechanical plate, and base seams.

• Structural Integrity: Solid construction with no structural crushes or major dents; seams remain securely intact.

• Functionality: The interior coin baffling mechanisms are present. The top trap door panel is intact, though no key is included.

Reference

Book Title: Propaganda and Zionist Education: The Jewish National Fund 1924-1947

Author: Yoram Bar-Gal

Publisher: University of Rochester Press / Boydell & Brewer (2003)

Relevant Pages: Chapter 2: "The Redemption of Our Country's Land: The Blue Box" (Pages 30–40)

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