Authentic vintage Israeli sterling silver (.925) pill box or small trinket stash box. Handcrafted with traditional Yemeni-style wire filigree bordering, the center lid features raised Hebrew typography spelling Yerushalayim (Jerusalem). The underside is clearly hallmarked MADE IN ISRAEL ST 925 with an official maker's punch mark. The rear hinge opens smoothly and closes flush. The box retains its original, uncleaned vintage surface with minor natural tarnish in the interior crevices. Excellent collectible piece of Holy Land Judaica metalwork.

Item Specifics

  • Material: Solid Sterling Silver (.925)

  • Origin: Israel

  • Age/Period: Vintage (c. 1960s–1980s)

  • Dimensions: Approx. 1" W × 0.8" L × 0.5" H

  • Weight: Approx. 10.0 grams

  • Hallmarks: Stamped "MADE IN ISRAEL", "ST 925", [Maker's Mark]

Condition Report

  • Overall Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal surface wear.

  • Structure & Function: The single-barrel rear hinge functions smoothly, opening and closing flush and closing securely.

  • Finish & Patina: Displays honest age-appropriate surface micro-scratching on the base and interior. Moderate, natural blue-green tarnish/patina is visible along the interior rim fold (easily cleanable if desired, but left unpolished to preserve original vintage patina).

  • Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver. No dents, cracks, deep gouges, or repair work.

Authenticity Assessment

  • Markings: The base features clear, machine/punch-stamped block lettering reading MADE IN ISRAEL alongside the standard Israeli export silver designation ST 925 (Sterling 925) and an Israeli silversmith hallmark stamp.

  • Filigree Construction: Applied rope/twisted wire work along the lid margins follows classic Bezalel/Yemeni silversmithing design traditions common to Israeli studio silver production from the 1960s–1980s.

  • Material Testing: The piece weighs approximately 10 grams of solid sterling silver. The weight, cold feel, oxidation patterns in the interior crevices, and stampings confirm authentic .925 sterling silver composition rather than silver plate or white metal base.

Reference

  • Book Title: Judaica: Silver, Pewter, Brass, Copper, Wood, Glass, Fabrics, Ivory

  • Author: Chaya Benjamin

  • Reference Context / Page: See Chapter 4 ("Silver Ritual & Souvenir Ware"), pp. 112–115, detailing mid-20th century Israeli silver souvenir and ceremonial metalwork incorporating filigree accents and Hebrew typographical iconography (Yerushalayim motifs).

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