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Three Complete Israeli Mint Stamp Sheets – ”2000 Years of Christianity” – Holy Land Churches Series (14.11.1999)A spectacular and cohesive set of three complete mint stamp sheets, issued by Israel Post on 14.11.1999 to commemorate 2000 Years of Christianity. Each sheet features a stunning painted panoramic illustration of a historic Holy Land church above the stamp pane. All three are numbered and in superb mint condition.Sheet 1 – Church of the Visitation, Ein Karem (₪2.30): Complete sheet of 15 stamps (₪2.30 each), numbered 074434 Depicting the Church of the Visitation, Ein Karem – a Franciscan church where Mary visited Elizabeth Beautiful painted illustration above shows the church tower amid autumn trees Tab inscriptions in Hebrew, English and Arabic: ”כנסיית הביקור, עין כרם” NIS 406 face value per sheet Sheet 2 – Church of All Nations / Tabgha Area Church (₪1.40): Complete sheet of 15 stamps (₪1.40 each), numbered 323991 Depicting a Greek Orthodox church with distinctive red domes (identified as the Church near the Sea of Galilee / Tabgha area) Magnificent watercolor-style illustration of white church with red cupolas Tab in Hebrew, English and Arabic NIS 404 face value per sheet Sheet 3 – Historic Church Tower / Old City Area (₪1.90): Complete sheet of 15 stamps (₪1.90 each), numbered 099059 Depicting a Crusader-era church with bell tower amid palm trees and ancient stonework Richly detailed painted illustration showing medieval architecture Tab in Hebrew, English and Arabic NIS 405 face value per sheet All three sheets: mint, never hinged, dated 14.11.99, with ”2000” millennium logo on selvage. A magnificent thematic trio for Christian Holy Land and Israeli philately collectors.