{"product_id":"vintage-jnf-kkl-tzedakah-box-litho-tin-israel-map-pushke-levin-epstein-as-is","title":"Vintage JNF KKL Tzedakah Box Litho Tin Israel Map Pushke - Levin-Epstein","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an authentic mid-century \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJewish National Fund (JNF\/KKL)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e tzedakah (charity) box, a significant piece of Zionist history. This rectangular tin features a classic two-tone blue and cream lithographed design. The front displays a detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emap of Israel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with city names in Hebrew (Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, etc.), while the reverse shows the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar of David\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e between two blue stripes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe side panels bear the official KKL emblem and manufacturing credits for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA. Levin-Epstein Ltd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZvi Moran\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e workshop in Jerusalem.\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\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features the \"Blue Box\" map used to promote land development during the early years of the State.\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\u003eMechanicals:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Top coin slot with a secondary hole for paper currency. The bottom features a hinged \"trap door\" access point.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\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 Made in 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\u003eCirca:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1948–1962.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLithographed tin\/steel\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition Report: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis item is offered in as-found vintage condition with a heavy, authentic patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical Issue:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The bottom hinged door \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edoes not stay closed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The latch mechanism remains in the locked position with the door open position.\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\u003eSurface:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e There is significant surface oxidation (rust) on the top and bottom plates and along the seams. The lithography has scuffs, scratches, and paint loss commensurate with age and heavy use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Comic Sans MS; font-size: large;\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-035df158-7fff-8d1a-c9af-ee2ef1633049\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntegrity: The metal hanging loop is still attached. We have chosen to leave this item in its original, uncleaned state to preserve the historical integrity and patina for the serious collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-84f377d3-7fff-5fbe-15b2-232a354b14f0\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Box and JNF Propaganda Maps, 1930-1947\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoram Bar-Gal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Israel Studies (Vol. 8, No. 1), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePage 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\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\" tall × 3.75\" 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: 4.5 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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