Description: A blue-green airmail stamp depicting a stylized eagle carved in stone, taken from an ancient architectural frieze at Beth Shearim. The bird is shown in a heraldic, symmetrical form with outstretched wings and a strong geometric body, typical of Near Eastern stone carving traditions. The design emphasizes both strength and continuity, echoing motifs found in ancient Jewish and regional art. Inscriptions appear in Hebrew, Arabic, and English with “ISRAEL” at the top, while the denomination “30” sits at the lower left.
Circa: 1952–1954
Condition: Used. Offset cancel.
Notes:
Part of Israel’s early airmail issues highlighting archaeological finds, this design draws from stone frieze ornamentation rather than freestanding sculpture. These stamps were intended to visually connect the modern state with the artistic legacy of the ancient Near East, presenting stylized historical motifs in a clean, modern engraved format.