VIRTUAL JEWISH MUSEUM

A remarkable number of stamps have been issued to commemorate synagogues. As expected, some have been issued by the State of Israel but many more have been issued by other countries of the world.  Some were part of sets celebrating national architecture, others honoring the local Jewish population, a few celebrating events such as major renovation or special visits and a few commemorate synagogues destroyed in the Holocaust.  Israel has honored ancient synagogue remains, reminding us of their 3000 - year connection with the land, and modern ones with innovative architecture.  Certain countries specialize in issues that will be attractive to collectors of specific topics, including synagogues.