{"product_id":"ancient-judean-coin-pewter-vintage-mezuzah-case","title":"Ancient Judean Coin Mezuzah","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome mezuzahs feel newly made. This one looks as though it carries a story. The Ancient Judean Coin Mezuzah combines a textured pewter mezuzah case with a warm copper medallion inspired by ancient Jewish coinage. Its curved profile and timeworn finish give the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/antique-vintage-mezuzahs\" title=\"Vintage mezuzah cases\"\u003evintage mezuzah\u003c\/a\u003e cover an old-world presence without making it feel overly ornate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAncient Judean Coin Mezuzah with Hebrew Lettering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe copper-toned coin motif creates the focal point, standing out against the irregular silver surface like a small artifact set into the metal. Raised Hebrew lettering runs down the front and reads שומר דלתות ישראל, \u003cem\u003eShomer Daltot Yisrael\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “Guardian of the doors of Israel.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than polishing away every variation, the design uses texture, darkened recesses, and contrasting metals to create depth. It feels at home among our \u003ca title=\"Shop Traditional Mezuzah Cases\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/traditional-mezuzahs\"\u003etraditional mezuzahs\u003c\/a\u003e, especially for someone drawn to Jewish history and classic Judaica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe substantial metalwork also distinguishes it from smoother contemporary styles. Explore additional \u003ca title=\"Shop Pewter Mezuzah Cases\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/pewter-mezuzahs\"\u003epewter mezuzah cases\u003c\/a\u003e or browse the warmer finishes found among our \u003ca title=\"Shop Copper Mezuzah Cases\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/copper-mezuzahs\"\u003ecopper mezuzahs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePewter and Copper Mezuzah Made in Israel: Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScroll Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits a 4-Inch (10 cm) Kosher Mezuzah Scroll.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Israel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pewter and copper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique silver and copper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHebrew Inscription:\u003c\/strong\u003e שומר דלתות ישראל, \u003cem\u003eShomer Daltot Yisrael\u003c\/em\u003e, “Guardian of the doors of Israel.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised Hebrew lettering with a copper medallion inspired by ancient Judean coinage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 inches tall by 1.5 inches wide (12.7 × 3.8 cm).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Affixes through the upper and lower openings using nails or screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for indoor doorways and protected exterior doorways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, when the back opening is sealed properly with double-sided tape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScroll Insertion:\u003c\/strong\u003e The scroll is inserted through the opening on the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Israel, this is a particularly fitting choice for a home with traditional, rustic, Mediterranean, or collected interiors. More Israeli designs can be found among our \u003ca title=\"Shop Mezuzah Cases Made in Israel\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/israels-best\"\u003emezuzahs made in Israel\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdd a 4-Inch Kosher Scroll to This Mezuzah Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ancient Judean Coin Mezuzah may be ordered as a case alone or paired with a handwritten \u003ca title=\"Shop Kosher Mezuzah Scrolls\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/mezuzah-scrolls\"\u003eKosher Mezuzah Scroll\u003c\/a\u003e. When a scroll is purchased with the case, our team can carefully roll and insert the klaf before shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable traditions include \u003ca title=\"Shop Ashkenazi Beis Yosef Mezuzah Scrolls\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/ashkenazi-mezuzahs\"\u003eAshkenazi Beis Yosef mezuzah scrolls\u003c\/a\u003e and scrolls written according to \u003ca title=\"Shop Sephardic Mezuzah Scrolls\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/collections\/sephardic-mezuzahs\"\u003eSephardic script tradition\u003c\/a\u003e. Our guide to \u003ca title=\"Learn What Is Inside a Mezuzah Case\" href=\"https:\/\/mezuzahstore.com\/blogs\/news\/the-mezuzah-scroll\"\u003ewhat is inside a mezuzah\u003c\/a\u003e explains the role of the handwritten parchment in greater detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a protected exterior doorway, seal the back opening carefully to help prevent moisture from reaching the klaf. 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