Specimen Jordan Valley, Palestine
Medjool Reference Box 500g — Gift Box with 1927 Fact Cards
A classy gift that also teaches something: 500 grams of selected Jumbo medjool in an elegant neutral box, accompanied by encyclopedia fact cards — the tamar al-majhūl etymology, the 1927 rescue timeline, an origins map, and the gram size table.
- Grade
- Jumbo pilihan (23–27 g/butir)
- Packaging
- 500 gram gift box
- Origin
- Jordan Valley, Palestine
The Medjool Reference Box — A Gift That Carries Its Own Story
Most edible gifts stop at flavor. This box keeps going with a story: inside an elegant ivory-neutral box sit 500 grams of selected Jumbo medjool (23–27g per date) from the Jordan Valley, Palestine, arranged in a single neat layer, accompanied by four encyclopedia fact cards designed like library index cards. The recipient doesn't just taste one of the world's most sought-after fruits — they learn why it earned that status.
The Four Fact Cards Inside
- The Etymology Card — the name's Arabic root tamar al-majhūl, "the unknown date", plus the Mejhoul–Medjoul–Medjool spelling map from Morocco to Indonesian marketplaces.
- The 1927 Card — the rescue timeline: Morocco's Bayoud epidemic, eleven offshoots from a single Boudnib mother palm, quarantine by the Colorado River, and the 1944 distribution that built the modern industry.
- The Atlas Card — a compact producers' map: Palestine (~25,000 tons), Jordan, California/Bard Valley (~13,600 tons), and Morocco the origin.
- The Size & Nutrition Card — gram bands per grade (Large–Super Jumbo), dates per kilogram, and USDA's ~66 kcal per 24g reference date.
Why Medjool Makes a Worthy Gift
Medjool accounts for about 25% of the world date trade and symbolizes generosity across many cultures. The Jumbo dates in this box are picked from the 23–27 gram band — large enough to feel special in the hand, with thick caramel flesh and barely a pit. Unlike a generic food parcel, the cards turn this box into conversation material: a gift for detail-loving clients, respected teachers, parents, or colleagues newly in love with dates.
Occasions It Fits
- A professional thank-you that doesn't feel mass-produced.
- Family occasions: engagements, hospital visits, housewarmings.
- A birthday gift for food lovers and readers.
- Office event keepsakes with an educational touch.
Box Details
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Net content | 500g Jumbo medjool (~18–22 dates) |
| Cards | 4 bilingual fact cards (id/en) |
| Box | Neutral ivory, no seasonal motifs — appropriate year-round |
| Personalization | Handwritten greeting card (optional, free) |
| Shelf life | Several weeks at cool room temperature; 3–6 months refrigerated |
More Than a Gift: An Introduction
What sets the Reference Box apart from an ordinary date parcel is its intent: it is designed to make the recipient curious and want to learn more. The fact cards are not marketing add-ons but honest summaries of our library chapters — so this gift can start a conversation about the 1927 history, about why a single Moroccan mother tree could birth a global industry, or about how many grams a Super Jumbo date really is. For many people, this box is their first introduction to medjool as an entity, not just an 'expensive date'.
A Serving Tip on Arrival
Suggest the recipient serve the dates at room temperature so the caramel aroma comes through fully, and taste one while reading the Size & Nutrition card — this read-while-you-taste experience is what makes the box memorable and easy to remember.
Gift Ordering & Delivery
The Reference Box ships from our warehouse in Cakung, East Jakarta straight to you or your recipient anywhere in Jabodetabek — Jakarta, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi, and Bogor. Order via WhatsApp +62 823-4350-8579, send your message text, and our team will write it out neatly. For more than ten boxes, mention your event date so we can reserve the best fruit.
§ Field notes
Why this specimen
- 500g of selected Jumbo medjool (23–27g per date) in a single neat layer
- Four bilingual fact cards: etymology, the 1927 timeline, origins atlas, size table
- A neutral ivory box with no seasonal motifs — right for any moment, year-round
- Free handwritten greeting card for direct-to-recipient deliveries
- A meaningful gift and a conversation piece — not a generic food parcel
- Fruit from the Jordan Valley, Palestine, with weeks of shelf life
- Ships from Cakung, East Jakarta to recipients across Jabodetabek
Q&A Marginalia
Questions, answered
What exactly is inside the Medjool Reference Box?
500 grams of selected Jumbo medjool (about 18–22 dates), four bilingual fact cards covering etymology, the 1927 history, the origins atlas, and the size table, plus a handwritten greeting card on request.
Is the box appropriate as a formal gift for clients or a boss?
Yes. The neutral ivory design carries no seasonal motifs, so it suits professional and family contexts alike, and the fact cards signal attention to detail.
Can it ship directly to the recipient with a personal message?
Yes. Send your message via WhatsApp +62 823-4350-8579 and our team will write it out neatly, then ship the box from Cakung to recipients in Jakarta, Depok, Tangerang, Bekasi, or Bogor.
How long do the dates inside keep?
Several weeks at cool, dry room temperature; moved to an airtight container in the fridge, the texture holds 3–6 months.
Is there special pricing for bulk box orders?
For orders above ten boxes (e.g., office event keepsakes), message our WhatsApp with your event date — we will prepare a quote and reserve the best fruit.
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