This cover was mailed from Jerusalem, Israel, on Monday, November 4, 1991, and arrived in Charlotte, North Carolina, U.S.A., on Tuesday, November 12, 1991. This indicates a transit time of 8 days. The estimated great-circle distance between Jerusalem and Charlotte is approximately 5,960 miles (9,600 kilometers). Today, Jerusalem remains the capital of Israel and a major global religious and cultural center. Charlotte, North Carolina, continues to be a prominent financial hub and the most populous city in the state.
The envelope features a printed logo for 'Christian Friends of Israel' in the upper left corner, depicting a Menorah, a Star of David, and a dove, with text in both English and Hebrew ('ידידים נוצרים של ישראל'). The sender's address 'Jerusalem Coordinating Office' is printed above the recipient's address. At the bottom left, the printed phrase 'PRAY FOR THE PEACE OF JERUSALEM ( PS. 122:6 )' appears, with a barcode-like series of vertical lines centrally positioned below the recipient's address. A blue 'PAR AVION' airmail etiquette with a stylized deer emblem is affixed near the bottom right. There is no handwritten correspondence on this cover.
In November 1991, Israel was at a pivotal moment following the recent conclusion of the Madrid Peace Conference, which had just established a framework for direct negotiations between Israel, Arab states, and Palestinians. This period saw intense diplomatic activity as Israel navigated complex regional tensions and international expectations for peace. Globally, the Soviet Union was in its final throes, a significant event that profoundly impacted Israel by facilitating a massive wave of Jewish immigration (Aliyah) from the collapsing Soviet bloc. Domestically, the Israeli government under Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir faced debates regarding its stance on settlements in the West Bank and Gaza Strip, amidst ongoing efforts to integrate new immigrants. This cover reflects the international connections maintained by religious organizations with ties to Israel during this transformative period.
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