This 1972 commemorative set from Israel honors five historic synagogues around the world, each representing the global heritage of Jewish communities. The series features the Old Synagogue of Cracow (Poland), the Great Synagogue of Tunis (Tunisia), the Portuguese Synagogue of Amsterdam (Netherlands), the Great Synagogue of Moscow (Russia), and the Shearith Israel Synagogue of New York (USA). Each stamp depicts the architectural beauty of its respective building in vibrant colors against a gold background, symbolizing the enduring strength and unity of Jewish tradition across continents.