This 10 Israeli Lira stamp, issued in 1977, belongs to the Archaeology in Jerusalem series celebrating the nation’s ancient heritage. The design features a finely detailed architectural relief fragment from the Second Temple period, adorned with acanthus leaves and classical motifs inspired by Jerusalem’s temple architecture. Beneath, the illustration shows broken stones and a chisel, symbolizing the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE—marking both artistic brilliance and tragic loss. Designed by Z. Wyssohoff, the issue reflects Israel’s reverence for archaeology as a bridge between faith, history, and national identity.