1996 100th Anniversary Zionist Congress First Day Cover #17 - Theodor Herzl W/ Tab Stamp - Jerusalem Postal Cancel - Theodor Herzl Jewish National Fund KKL JNF Fundraising Cinderella - August 3 - Zionism - Judaica

Vintage Original 1996 100th Anniversary Zionist Congress First Day Cover #17 - Theodor Herzl W/ Tab Stamp - Jerusalem Postal Cancel - Theodor Herzl Jewish National Fund KKL JNF Fundraising Cinderella - August 3 - Zionism - Judaica

First Day Cover Issued On August 3, 1996, By Israel Post, Commemorating The 100th Anniversary Of The First Zionist Congress Held In Basel, Switzerland, In 1897. This Postal Cover Features A 4-Shekel Stamp Displaying Rich Zionist Iconography, Including A Decorative Tapestry-Like Design Depicting A Rising Sun And Scenes Representing The Vision For A Jewish Homeland. The Cover Includes An Iconic Portrait Of Theodor Herzl Jewish National Fund KKL JNF Fundraising Cinderella Stamp, The Founder Of Modern Political Zionism, With A Backdrop Of Jerusalem's Tower Of David, A Recognized Symbol Of Jewish Heritage.

The Cancellation Stamp Displays The Star Of David Alongside Hebrew And English Text With Herzl’s Famous Declaration, "In Basel, I Founded The Jewish State," Referring To His Statement Following The Congress, Which He Believed Marked The Foundation For A Future Jewish Nation. The Background Of The Cover Contains An Image Of Herzl’s Seminal Work, Der Judenstaat ("The Jewish State"), Published In 1896, Outlining His Vision For A Jewish Nation-State And Serving As The Foundational Document Of The Zionist Movement.

At The Bottom, The Cover Bears The Quote "We Are A People – One People" In Both Hebrew And English, Emphasizing The Unity And Collective Aspiration Of Jewish People Worldwide. This Cover Is Marked As Number 0017, Indicating Its Place In A Limited Edition Series, Making It Especially Valuable For Collectors Interested In Judaica, Israeli Philately, And Zionist History. The "Day Of Issue" Hexagonal Marking Further Authenticates Its Status As An Official Commemorative Release.

Measures Approx. 6-7/8" Wide by 4" Tall

In Excellent Vintage Condition - Minimal Signs Of Wear And History-Collectors Watermarked That Is Not On The Postal Cover.

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