Israel 1959 Airmail Stamps, Twelve Tribes of Israel

Israel · 1959 · 50, 60, 70, 100, 120, 200, 250, 300, 500, 700, 1000, 3000 prutot

This definitive airmail series features the symbols of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, the traditional divisions of the ancient Jewish people. Each stamp displays a unique emblem, such as the Lion of Judah or the ship of Zebulun, representing one of the sons of the biblical patriarch Jacob. The designs are based on ancient sources and archaeological findings, rendered in a modern graphic style.

Issued in 1959, this set reflects the young state of Israel's effort to connect its modern identity with its deep biblical and historical roots. The Twelve Tribes are a foundational element of Jewish history and national identity.