This vintage Israeli Judaica Besamim (Havdalah spice box / incense container) features a cast brass pedestal body, a rich mazarine blue enamel dome cover and bowl, and a weighted stepped foot set with an intricate inlay ring of multi-colored stone mosaic tesserae.

The piece is designed in two sections: a lift-off conical lid topped with a turned finial, opening to an enclosed spice reservoir. The underside of the cast brass foot features a recessed center with bold embossed block lettering reading "MADE IN ISRAEL" around the central screw fitting. Crafted during the post-independence statehood era (circa 1950s–1970s), this miniature spice container displays fine metalwork, hand-set stone mosaic detail, and vibrant blue enamel finish.

Material & Specifications

• Primary Material: Cast Brass

• Secondary Surface Treatments: Blue Enamel, Hand-Set Multi-Color Stone/Glass Mosaic Inlay

• Dimensions: 3.0" Total Height; 1.75" Top/Rim Diameter; 1.75" Base Diameter

• Weight: 69.0 Grams (2.43 oz)

• Markings: Embossed on base: MADE IN ISRAEL
  

Origin & Age

• Origin: Israel

• Era/Age: Mid-20th Century (c. 1950s–1970s / Statehood Period)

Condition Report

• Overall Condition: Very Good Vintage Condition.

• Structure & Assembly: Screw-fit threaded assembly is intact and functions smoothly.

• Metalwork & Base: Intact cast brass with a natural aged patina and minor surface verdigris/oxidation consistent with age.

• Mosaic & Enamel: Mosaic ring exhibits minor age wear with loss to 1–2 small mosaic tesserae in the brass cells. Enamel top and bowl retain deep blue coloration with light edge rubbing. Untouched original state.

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