This 0.25 Israeli pound stamp, issued in 1952, belongs to the Doar Ivri Architecture series, which celebrated notable structures across Israel. It depicts the Abuhav Synagogue in Safed (Tzfat), one of the oldest and most revered synagogues in the country, dating back to the 16th century. The design, rendered in deep brown and yellow tones, captures the layered rooftops and distinctive Galilean style of Safed’s old city. The inscriptions appear in Hebrew, Arabic, and English, reflecting Israel’s trilingual postal tradition of the era.

A key collectible from early Israeli issues, this stamp represents the fusion of religious heritage and national identity, marking the new state’s commitment to preserving its ancient spiritual landmarks.