Israel 1948 First Day Cover with Full Tab Stamp

Israel · 1948 · 3 mil

This is a first day cover featuring Israel's first stamp, Scott #1, issued on May 16, 1948. The stamp depicts a Star of David with a stylized ancient Jewish coin design in the center. It includes the full tab, which often contains inscriptions or additional design elements.

Issued just two days after the declaration of the State of Israel, this stamp symbolizes the birth of the new nation. It was part of the first definitive series, known as the 'Doar Ivri' (Hebrew Post) series, used to establish postal services in the newly independent state.