{"product_id":"vintage-jnf-kkl-blue-box-charity-tin-pushke-israel-map-tzedakah-bank-c-1950s","title":"Vintage JNF KKL Blue Box Charity Tin Pushke Israel Map Tzedakah Bank c. 1950s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a genuine mid-cent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eury \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewish National Fund (JNF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e charity box, an essential piece of Zionist and Judaica history. Known as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePushke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these tins were a fixture in Jewish households worldwide. This specific example features the classic blue and white lithographed design. One side displays a detailed map of Israel with Hebrew city names (including Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Beer Sheva), while the opposite side features a bold blue Star of David.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe side panel includes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKKL-JNF logo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (the \"Phoenix Tree\" design) and is clearly marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Made in Israel.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The top features a narrow slot for coins and a larger circular opening for bill or coin retrieval (original plug\/stopper not present).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-b20aa07a-7fff-7c3e-2ea5-6ce1c0920b2b\"\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\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Israel\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\u003eOrganization:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Keren Kayemeth Leisrael (KKL) \/ Jewish National Fund (JNF)\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:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Circa 1950s – early 1960s\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\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\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approx. 5.5\" x 3.5\" x 1.75\"\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\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood Vintage Condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shows an honest, as-found patina with scattered surface oxidation, minor scuffing, and light \"shelf wear\" consistent with age. The lithography remains bright and legible. Please note the top plug is missing, and there is visible rust\/patina on the top and bottom plates (see photos).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference for Listing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The Blue Box became a symbol, not only of the JNF, but of Zionism in general... The unique design of the tin box, its blue and white national colors and its symbolic illustrations (especially the map), made it a popular part of Jewish ceremonies.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-a7405efa-7fff-c8dc-2898-ecf9d5b71944\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSource:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePropaganda and Zionist Education: The Jewish National Fund 1924-1947\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Yoram Bar-Gal, Page 112.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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;\"\u003eItem dimensions: 5.5\" tall × 3 5\/8\" wide × 1.75\" deep  \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;\"\u003eWeight of item only: 3.2 oz\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;\"\u003eShipping calculated by eBay\/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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