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Manhole covers in Jerusalem

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Jerusalem, Israel
Manhole cover in Jerusalem, Israel

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caryfukIn the center of the dark circular cover, a coat of arms with a lion dominates, surrounded by Hebrew inscriptions. The surface is decorated with concentric circular grooves that widen towards the edge, resembling the annual rings of an old tree. On the right side, the alphanumeric code M.K.A.25T is embossed, while a logo with the letters MK BST is located in the upper part.

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Jerusalem, Israel
Manhole cover in Jerusalem, Israel

caryfukOn the surface of this iron specimen is a set of concentric circles, in the centre of which is clearly stamped the heraldic sign of the city of Jerusalem. Epigraphic evidence in Hebrew, including the inscriptions "עירית ירושלים" and "מים", suggest its communal origin and primary function in water distribution. For the Institute of Lidology, it is always fascinating to observe how even such utilitarian objects reflect local identity and technical specifications such as the 8 ton capacity.

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Jerusalem, Israel
Manhole cover in Jerusalem, Israel

caryfukThe concentric circles on the surface of this cast-iron specimen lead the eye to the central coat of arms, which proudly bears a heraldic lion and an inscription in Hebrew identifying it as part of Jerusalem's urban infrastructure. The surrounding pavement, showing signs of erosion and patina, testifies to long-term interaction with the urban environment, a key factor in the philological analysis of wear.

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Jerusalem, Israel
Manhole cover in Jerusalem, Israel

caryfukCircular concentric circles dominate this specimen, which bears Hebrew inscriptions and wave symbols, indicating its primary function. According to the analysis of the Institute of Lidology, it is a standard communal manhole cover with clearly defined technical specifications.