SHEQEL - Page 5.5 - State Medals Page 5 : 1981-1985

Chapter V
State Medals
&
Official Medals
Page 5
1981 - 1985

1981

FROM HOLOCAUST TO REBIRTH

State Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

XXXALLOYXXX

Ø
XMMX

WT.
XXGR.XX

EDGE

XXXXXXXXXMARKINGSXXXXXXXXX

XXXXMINTXXXX

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

186.1

15078597

5741

1981

tombac

000059

000098

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

8,707

0,010.00

186.2

25078379

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

6,426

35.00

186.3

35078305

gold .750

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G750, ser. #

Govt. Mint

2,954

1,400.00

The Convention of Holocaust survivors from all over the world which took place in Israel in 1981, symbolized the historic connection between the Holocaust and revival of the Jewish State. The convention expressed the understanding on the part of the survivors that Jewish survival nowadays is an all-Jewish responsibility and that the basic element ensuring such survival is the State of Israel.

Obverse
The obverse shows a fading Star of David, imprisoned behind bars, The word "Jude" on the bars resembles the badge of shame imposed by the Nazis on the Jews. Above the bars, a clear Star of David, symbolizing national revival. Around, the legend reads: "From holocaust to rebirth" in Hebrew, Yiddish and English.
On the reverse appears the State emblem and the legend "World Convention of the Holocaust Survivors, Israel - Sivan 5741". The English translation appears on the side of a stylized globe "World Gathering of Jewish Holocaust Survivors, Israel -June 1981".

11^TH MACCABIAH

Official Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

187.1

16081593

5741

1981

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

4,525

10.00

The "Maccabi" World Federation was established in Europe in 1902. After the rise of Nazism the Federation executive moved to Eretz Israel, where every four years an all-Jewish sports event "Maccabiah" is held, recognized by the International Olympics Committee. The 11th Maccabiah in 1981 was attended by 3,500 athletes from 34 countries and was one of the largest Jewish sports events until that date.

The Maccabi emblem and the inscription "11th Maccabiah" appear in Hebrew and English on the medal's obverse. On the rim is the inscription: "Israel 5741, 4-14 Tamuz" in Hebrew, and "Israel 6-16 July 1981" in English.
The reverse depicts figures of athletes engaged in various sports activities and a citation "They shall run and not be weary" (Isaiah 40:31) in Hebrew and English.

ISRAEL NAUTICAL COLLEGE IN AKKO

25^TH ANNIVERSARY

Official Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

188.1

16079596

5741

1981

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

4,597

10.00

The aim of the Maritime Officers School is to train Israeli youth as officers for the navy and merchant marine, by teaching seafaring theory and by practice through work. It has a threefold curriculum: sailing, sea mechanics and marine electronics. The school seeks to inculcate a love for country, proper conduct with the crew and decent social behavior. The name of the school was changed to "The 23 on the sunken rowboat" in memory of the 23 "Palmach" fighters who went down when on their way to an operational mission in May 1941.

The obverse of the medal shows the emblem of the Maritime Officers School in Akko "The 23 who went down", a stylized wave upon which a seagull floats, and an inscription "25th Anniversary of Israel Nautical College in Akko" in Hebrew and English.
On the reverse is a lifeline, with a merchant vessel and warship in the background. Around the rim appears the verse "Who makes a way in the sea and a path in the mighty waters" (Isaiah 43:16) in Hebrew and English.

GATES OF JERUSALEM

State Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

189.1

15080594

5741

1981

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

12.00

189.2

45080304

5754

1994

cu-ni

plain

10.00

189.3

5744

1984

cu-ni

plain

In keychain

25.00

189.4

25080376

5741

1981

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't. Mint

35.00

Historical views of the gates of the Old City wall of Jerusalem

Top row from left to right: Damascus Gate (circa 1900), Herod's Gate (1890s), Lion Gate (ca. 1900), Golden Gate (ca. 1900).

Bottom row from left to right: Dung Gate (ca. 1940), Zion Gate (1898), Jaffa Gate (postcard from ca. 1900), New Gate, (ca. 1910).

"Jerusalem was destroyed, its gates burned. Come, let us rebuild the Jerusalem Wall." Thus spoke Nehemiah to the people who returned from the Babylonian Exile (Nehemiah 2:17). This was but one chapter in the history of the Walls of Jerusalem which have been destroyed many times in the course of generations and then rebuilt along different lines. The contemporary layout was built by Suleiman the Magnificent, the Sultan of Turkey, 430 years ago. Most of the wall rests on earlier foundations and remnants from the Second Commonwealth, the Roman period, the Crusaders, etc. Suleiman the Magnificent also reconstructed six of the seven gates of the wall now open and which surround the Old City over a circumference of four kilometers (the eighth gate is sealed).

The obverse of the medal depicts the eight gates of the Old City with their names: Damascus Gate, Herod's Gate, Lion Gate, Golden Gate, Dung Gate, Zion Gate, Jaffa Gate and New Gate. Above appears the legend "Gates of Jerusalem" in Hebrew and English. In the center is the North Star pointing in different directions, with a sketch of the eight gates around the star.
On the reverse is the verse "Our feet shall stand within thy gates O Jerusalem" (Psalms 122:2) in Hebrew. Within, a stylized gate the Old City buildings appear on a sketched background. Around he rim is the English translation of the above verse.

GUSH ETZION

Official Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

190.1

16082599

5741

1981

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

5,194

8.00

During the five years preceding the War of Independence, the following kibbutzim were established in the Etzion region: Kfar Etzion, Massuot Yitzhak, Ein Tzurim, Revadim. The Gush Etzion settlements were cut off from Jerusalem in May 1948, but they continued to hold out and defend themselves for some time, until they fell. The defenders of the Gush saved Jerusalem for Israel by their stubborn fight and resistance. Following the Six Day War, Gush Etzion was resettled. A special medal was issued to mark the 13th Anniversary of Resettlement.

The obverse shows the emblem of Gush Etzion - land, plants, a Torah. The inscription reads: "Gush Etzion Regional Council" in Hebrew and "Gush Etzion" in English.
The reverse depicts a view of typical scenes in Gush Etzion. Above is the verse "Go up the mountain and bring wood and build the house" (Haggai 1:8), with the English translation below.

SEA OF GALILEE (LAKE GENEZARETH) & CAPERNAUM

State Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

191.1

15082596

5741

1981

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

12.00

191.2

25082378

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

35.00

The Sea of Galilee, which in Talmudic days was known as the Sea of Genosar, receives most of its water from the Jordan River. On its shores stands Tiberias which was built on the ruins of the Biblical city of Raquet. Kfar Nahum (Capernaum) occupies the place of an ancient settlement through which passed one of the roads leading from Palestine to Babylonia in ancient times. Christian tradition has it that Jesus and some of the apostles lived there. Over the years Christian pilgrims were drawn to this place. In Kfar Nahum a Jewish synagogue was unearthed dating back to the 3rd century together with many other discoveries from the Talmudic era.

The medal's obverse shows the shores of the Sea of Galilee with the Golan mountains as seen from Kfar Nahum. In the background is the legend "Kinnereth Sea" in Hebrew and "Lake Genezareth" in English.
A panorama of the reconstructed synagogue in Kfar Nahum graces the reverse. On the rim is the legend "Kfar Nahum" in Hebrew and "Capernaum" in English.

NAZARETH

State Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

192.1

15083592

5741

1981

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

12.00

192.2

25083374

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

35.00

Top: Etching by David Roberts (1842) and photograph by Fadil Saba (1920s).

Bottom: Modern Nazareth.

During its first centuries, Nazareth was inhabited by Jews only. Over the generations, its Christian population grew because of its sacred significance for them. At the end of the 12th century and in the wake of the wars that followed, the city was destroyed by the Moslem conquerors. It was only in 1620 that Amir Fachat permitted the Franciscan monks to build churches and monasteries there. Today Nazareth is filled with shrines attracting Christian pilgrims, among them the "Church of Annunciation", the largest among Catholic churches in the Middle East.

The obverse is graced by a modernistic panorama of the city consisting of horizontal lines of five different degrees of thickness. On the rim below, "Nazareth" appears in English.
The reverse depicts a section of an inscription on marble dating from the 4th century discovered in Caesarea. Inscribed on the section is the fact that the 18th of the priestly watches that served in the temple came from Nazareth. This archeological discovery proves the Jewish character of Nazareth during the early centuries of the Christian era. On the rim, the legend "The 18th course Hapizzes Nazareth" appears in Hebrew and English.

5^TH INTERNATIONAL BIBLE CONTEST

State Medal

1981 / 5781

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

193.1

15077591

5741

1981

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

2,661

10.00

After a lapse of twelve years, the International Bible Contest for adults was reinstated and the fifth one took place in Israel in September 1981. The fifth contest drew representatives from thirty-two countries.

The medal's obverse depicts a sheet of parchment with the verse "Many peoples of many languages, will come to Jerusalem to seek the Lord" (Zachariah 8:22) in Hebrew and English. Around the rim, the legend "Fifth International Bible Contest, 5741" in Hebrew with the English translation bearing the date 1981.
The reverse features an oil lamp representing the man "who burns the midnight oil" while studying. The citation "And they understood the reading of the Bible" together with the source (Nehemiah 8:8) appears in Hebrew and English.

INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS JUBILEE

Official Medal

1981 / 5741

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

194.1

26083270

5741

1981

silver .925

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), SILVER 925 (H), STERLING (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

30.00

In 1981 the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel celebrated its 50th anniversary, on the occasion of which a silver medal was issued.

The obverse depicts a stylized open accounting ledger, also being the emblem of the ICPA. The Hebrew text on the left shows the full name of the ICPA and the words "50th Jubilee". The English text on the right starts with the dates 1931-1981.

The Hebrew and English text on the reverse reads: "For they dealt in good faith (II Kings 22:7).

ROSE PILGRIMAGE

Official Medal

1981 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

195.1

16080597

5742

1981

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

3,640

9.00

In October 1981, over 900 professional rose growers from 25 countries attended the Fifth World Convention of the Friends of the Rose, held in Jerusalem. The national rose garden in Jerusalem, was dedicated in honor of the convention.

In the centre of the obverse is the International Federation emblem. The inscription in Hebrew reads: "World Convention of the Friends of the Rose 5742", with the English text "Rose Pilgrimage 81" below.
In the center of the reverse appears a stem with a rose with Jerusalem in the background. On the upper rim is an inscription in Hebrew: "The Wohl Rose Park of Jerusalem" and below, the English translation.

1982

TEMPLE MOUNT

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

196.1

15079593

5742

1982

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

12.00

196.2

5744

1984

cu-ni

30.0

13.0

plain

In keychain

18.00

196.3

45079303

5754

1994

cu-ni

30.0

16.0

plain

10.00

196.4

25079375

5742

1982

silver .935

37.0

26.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

35.00

196.5

35079220

5742

1982

gold .585

22.0

07.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 585, ser. #

Govt. Mint

250.00

196.6

35079131

5742

1982

gold .900

13.0

01.7

reeded

Kretschmer

2,486

100.00

The Temple Mount is Mount Moriah, the religious national center of the Jewish people, the location of the sacred stone (occupied the place of the Ark during the Second Temple), the reputed location of the sacrificing of Isaac. This is where King Solomon erected the First Temple and brought into it the Holy of Holies, the Ark of the Covenant. Seventy years after the Babylonians destroyed the Temple, the Second Temple was erected there by those returning to Zion. In later times, the Romans filled the place with altars to various idols, the Arabs made it into a central shrine of Islam, the Crusaders converted the mosques into churches, the Moslems returned to the Mount in 1187. The Dome of the Rock, where the sacred stone is to be found, and El Aqsa, the location of the royal residence during the Second Commonwealth, are among the sacred shrines of Islam. As for Jews, to whom entry to the Temple Mount was barred, the Western Wall, the outer section of the Western Wall surrounding the Mount during the second temple was converted into the place for prayer and mourning over the destruction of the temple - a focal point of Jewish aspirations for complete redemption.

The obverse gives a panoramic view of the Western Wall and the two mosques. The legend 'Temple Mount" appears in in Hebrew and English.
On the reverse is depicted a reconstruction of part of the famous floor mosaic in the early Byzantine church of Saint George at Madaba, Jordan. The Madaba Map is the oldest surviving original cartographic depiction of the Holy Land and especially Jerusalem. It dates to the 6th century AD. Jerusalem and her walls are shown together with the spires and representative buildings. The Temple Mount area is seen on the upper part of the map. The legend "Jerusalem" appears on top in Hebrew and English.

RAPHAEL RETIREMENT

Official Medal

(not sold to public)

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

197.1

16084591

5742

1982

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

150.00

The Authority for Development of Weapons (Raphael in Hebrew) is the central research and development instrument of the Israeli defense establishment. The Authority develops sophisticated weapons by long range planning. It also is engaged in finding solutions to problems concerning day to day defense operations. This medal was presented to retirees from Raphael.

The obverse depicts a stylized fighter plane, the emblem of Raphael. The name Raphael appears above, and the full name "Authority for Development of Weapons" below.

On the reverse is a text "For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war" (Proverbs 24:6). The text is flanked by a sword and olive branch.

MIFAL HAPAYIS NATIONAL LOTTERY

30^TH ANNIVERSARY

Official Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

198.1

16085597

5742

1982

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

4,445

10.00

198.2

unlisted

5742

1982

tombac s-p*

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

included

* silver plated, edge marking identical to tombac medal

25.00

198.3

unlisted

5742

1982

tombac g-p*

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

included

* gold or aureate plated, edge marking identical to tombac medal

25.00

In 1982 a medal was issued celebrating 30 years of activity by Mifal Hapayisthe National Lottery, a public undertaking managed by a board of directors whose members consist of representatives of the Government, the central authorities and the general public. Mifal Hapayis dedicates its income to the development of health, education cultural and welfare institutions.

In the center of the obverse is a schematic representation of buildings surrounded by three figures - a schoolboy, a nurse with a baby in her arms, and an old man leaning on a cane. On the right edge are seven stars, and near the top rim the inscription "Mifal Hapayis for the furthering of education and health". On the left are eight stars. Below appears the Mifal Hapayis emblem, flanked by the English name "Israel Lottery".
In the center of the reverse is the passage "Come and let us cast lots, that we may know" (Jonah 1:7) in Hebrew. Around the Hebrew passage is its English translation and around it the signs of the zodiac.

* The silver plated and gold or aureate plated tombac versions are undocumented, and their origin is therefore uncertain.

100 YEARS OF SETTLEMENT

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

199.1

15088592

5742

1982

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

4,210

10.00

199.2

25088340

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

2,748

35.00

199.3

25088340

gold .750

18.0

04.4

reeded

Hecht, Kretschmer, Shelgraph

2,748

200.00

TAfter the destruction of the Second Temple, there always remained a sizeable Jewish population in the Holy Land, mostly concentrated in the four holy cities Jerusalem, Hebron, Safed and Tiberias, with a durable Jewish presence in Jaffa as well. Already in the mid-nineteenth century there were more Jews in Jerusalem than Christians and Muslims. However, the years 1881-82 (5642-43) marked a turning point, when the first wave of immigrants arrived, later called the First Aliya. These newcomers mostly did not supplement the Jewish population in the cities of the so-called Old Yishuv, but laid foundations of new settlements, such as Rosh Pina, Rishon Lezion, Zichron Yaakov, Petach Tikva, Ness Ziona and Yesod Hamaalah. These new settlements, which received generous support from Baron Edmond de Rothchild, were spread out all over Eretz Israel, and constituted the beginning of the New Yishuv, the forerunners of the modern State of Israel.

The medal's obverse depicts a map of Eretz Israel made up of flowers, with "100 Years of settlement inscribed in the center in Hebrew and English. Around the rim is the biblical verse "And I will plant them upon their land (Amos 9:15).

On the obverse appears a stylized plow. From it emerges an image symbolizing the linkage between agriculture and industry, and the verse "And dwell in your land safely" (Leviticus 26:5).

PIDYON HABEN

REDEMPTION OF THE FIRSTBORN

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

200.1

25089346

5742

1982

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

40.00

The medal was issued principally to make it possible to redeem the firstborn son from his sacred obligations with five silver Sheqalim. The redemption act is also a reminder of the fact that the first born escaped the fate of the Egyptian first born. The first born were intended to minister as priests to the people. However, since the Levites and the priests, descendents of Aaron, were found to be more suitable for sacred service, the Lord commanded us to redeem our first-born sons by purchasing their exemption from this high office. According to the custom established in Jerusalem for many past generations, we must give 31 draham pure silver, or its equivalent, which amounts to one hundred grams of pure silver. The weight of a draham is 3.2 gram. Therefore, it follows that as five Pidyon Haben medals contain 102.85 grams of pure silver (each medal weighs 20.57 grams pure silver) the total exceeds somewhat the weight of the sacred Sheqalim mentioned in the Torah.

The Hebrew verse on the obverse reads: "And their redemption when a month old shall you redeem - shall be by your valuation, five silver Sheqalim, the sacred Sheqalim" (Numbers 18:16). The inscription "Pidyon Haben Medal" is in English.
The reverse depicts the chalice that served the Temple and five pomegranates, symbols of the "Five Sheqalim of the Sacred Kind". These symbols were found on the ancient Jewish Sheqalims. Around appears a crown based upon the seven species for which the Land of Israel was praised.

HONOR THE ELDERS

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

201.1

15090599

5742

1982

tombac

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

11.00

201.2

25090347

silver .935

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

35.00

201.3

35090187

gold .750

04.4

reeded

1,303

200.00

"At seventy, one is aged, at eighty, one has endured" (Ethics of the Fathers 5:21). "Youth has passed. How honorably age has risen. Our heads the Diadem of grayness has crowned, for age has crept up on our hands and beard" (freely translated from Meshulam De Fiara of Gerona, Spain, 13th century). In Jewish tradition, the word "elder" denotes also "dignitary", "leader", "servant", and "scholar." The Jewish people regard age with full respect, for the Torah bids us: "Rise before the hoary head and do honor to the elder" (Leviticus 19:32). Our sages explain, "He who honors the elderly honors God." By Halachah we are obligated to rise when a 70 year old or more passes us, without regard to sex, faith, wealth, or wisdom. On the medal there is an expression of affection, honor and esteem for one who has reached "the distinguished ornament of old age" as well as a prayer for many more fruitful years.

The obverse depicts a figure of a tree fashioned by the words from the verse "They still bring forth fruit in old age" (Psalms 92:15). The English translation appears on the rim.

The verse on the reverse "For as the days of a tree shall be the days of my people (Isaiah 65:22) is inscribed in Hebrew and English.

RETIREMENT

FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

202.1

15091595

5742

1982

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

11.00

202.2

25091343

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt. Mint

28.00

202.3

35091310

gold .585

30.5

17.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 585, ser. #

Hecht

400.00

202.4

35091240

gold .750

24.0

10.36

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 750, ser. #

Hecht

250.00

202.5

35091183

gold .750

18.0

04.4

reeded

Hecht

200.00

A person retires from work. For a long time work occupied a major part of his or her life. He reaches the age of retirement, a stage in life that should be viewed with seriousness as well as appreciation. The entry of the pensioner into the world of retirement and his adaptation to the new life, are not always easy, in spite of all the social laws and the existence of institutions aimed at assisting him. Many of those who retire are filled with the problems of loneliness, exclusion from society and a loss of interest in the world outside of themselves. Paradoxically it is the worker who, all his life, was outstanding at his job, enthusiastic, responsible and devoted to it, who is most sensitive and prone to anxiety. It is vitally important that the person entering retirement will accept this step with joy and optimism. His supervisors, co-workers, family and friends must make him feel how much they appreciate him and how close they are to him and will remain so in the future. Those entering retirement must be helped to begin their new life on the right foot. The "Retirement Medal" is intended to express feelings of love, respect and appreciation of the individual who is retiring. It is meant to encourage him to continue his fruitful activities in other areas, no less exciting than his previous work, including volunteer work, communal activities and studies.

The obverse shows a tree with stylized roots and fruits, and the inscription "For Meritorious Service" in Hebrew and English.
On the reverse is the passage "And length of days brings understanding" (Job 12:12), in stylized Hebrew letters, with around the rim the English translation.

"BLESSED BE MY DAUGHTER"

MAZAL TOV - A GIRL

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

203.1

15092591

5742

1982

tombac

59.0

98.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

15.00

203.2

25092349

5742

1982

silver .935

34.0

22.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

30.00

203.3

35092189

5742

1982

gold .750

18.0

4.40

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G750

200.00

203.4

35092147

5750

1990

gold .750

14.0

2.05

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G750; issued as pendant

100.00

203.5

35092139

5744

1984

gold .900

13.0

1.70

reeded

Hecht

11,748

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G900; issued as pendant

100.00

203.6

35092121

5750

1990

gold .585

12.5

1.00

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G585; issued as pendant

50.00

"Blessed be Thou of the Lord, my daughter". When a daughter is born the home becomes filled with joy, beauty and blessings. The Jewish father blesses his newborn daughter, as follows: "O my dove, that are in the clefts of the rock, in the covert of the cliff, let me see thy countenance, let me hear thy voice. For sweet is thy voice and thy countenance is comely" (Song of Songs 2:14). And the Rabbi adds: "He who blessed our mothers, Sarah, Rebecca, Rachel, Leah, Miriam the Prophetess, Abigail and Esther the Queen, the daughter of Avihail - will bless this delightful child and call its name..."

The obverse of the medal depicts a rose and the Hebrew passage "Blessed be thou of the Lord, my daughter" (Ruth 3:10). The English translation apears around the rim.

On the reverse is a representation of the seven species with which Israel is blessed, according to the description in Deuteronomy 8:8: "A land of wheat and barley, and vines and fig trees and pomegranates, a land of olive trees and honey [dates]" (Bechorim 1:3).

"FOR THIS CHILD I PRAYED"

MAZAL TOV - A BOY

State Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

204.1

15093597

5742

1982

tombac

59.0

98.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

15.00

204.2

25093345

5742

1982

silver .935

34.0

22.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

30.00

204.3

35093185

5742

1982

gold .750

18.0

4.40

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G750

200.00

204.4

35093135

5747

1987

gold .900

13.0

1.70

reeded

Hecht

275

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G900; issued as pendant

150.00

204.5

35093127

5750

1990

gold .585

12.5

1.00

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G585; issued as pendant

50.00

"For this child I prayed" said Hannah, the mother of Samuel the Prophet, when the longed-for son was born. Every mother probably experiences this feeling when first seeing her newborn son and again when he is circumcised.

A Tallith graces the obverse of the medal. The biblical passage in Hebrew and English reads: "For this child I prayed" (I Samuel 1:27).

RISHON LEZION CENTENNIAL

BY YAACOV AGAM

Official Medal

1982 / 5742

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

205.1

16088595

5743

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H), ser. #

Hecht

4,573

20.00

Rishon LeZion, one of the first six settlements in modern Israel, was founded in 1882. Its centenary commemorates the personal qualities of the first settlers who contributed to the forging of the State of Israel. The blue and white flag was first hoisted during the settlement's 3rd anniversary celebrations, and later became Israel's national flag. The Israeli national anthem, Hatikvah, originally a workers' song (the tune of which was composed by a native of Rishon LeZion), was first sung in the settlement. In 1889, in the shade of the old sycamore tree in Rishon LeZion, the Jewish National Fund was created. And it was in this same town that the first wine cellar was established by Baron de Rothschild.

Rishon Le-Zion's central synagogue appears on the obverse. The Hebrew text reads: "Rishon LeZion 5642" in Hebrew. The English inscription has the year 1882.
Reverse
The reverse was designed by the world-famous sculptor Yaakov Agam. It depicts a cluster of grapes against a Star of David, a kinetic sculpture design, the form of which changes according to the angle of view. Agam's signature appears in Hebrew and English, within a Star of David formed by the Hebrew letter "Aleph" (Agam's Hebrew initial) and the English letter "A".

THE PEOPLE OF ISRAEL LIVES

State Medal

1982 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

206.1

15094593

5743

1982

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

10.00

206.2

45094303

5744

1984

cu-ni

30.0

13.0

plain

Hecht

15,00

206.3

5744

1984

cu-ni

30.0

13.0

plain

Hecht

Issued in keychain

25.00

206.4

25094341

5742

1982

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Govt Mint

35.00

206.5

35094181

5742

1982

gold .750

18.0

4.4

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G750

200.00

206.6

35094131

5743

1983

gold .900

13.0

1.7

reeded

Hecht

6,044

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G900; issued as pendant

100.00

206.7

35094123

5750

1990

gold .585

12.5

1.0

reeded

Hecht

Reverse: ISRAEL & IGCMC emblem, G585; issued as pendant

50.00

"Am Yisrael Chai!" (The People of Israel Lives) is a short statement of only three words with a great meaning. The people of Israel, in many respects are different from the people of other nations. These people have not always lived in their own country or on their own land and have not always spoken their own language, Hebrew. This was so because the people were dispersed in all parts of the world in some 70 countries, each one with its own language. In spite of this, the people have remained faithful to the Jewish heritage throughout the ages. Israel was the appellation of the forefather, Jacob. His twelve sons were the forerunners of the twelve tribes which settled in Israel. Israel is also the name of our people "the People of Israel", of our land "the Land of Israel" and of our Bible, "the Bible of Israel" which came forth from Zion and radiated to the whole world. After the People of Israel were expelled from its land and after 1900 years of wondering and persecution in the Diaspora, the dreams of the prophets of Israel were realized, and its sons returned to their ancient homeland. Here they rebuilt a Jewish state which is also called by the name of "Israel". "Live" A unique spiritual being was granted to the People of Israel by the "eternal life" which is also known as the "Guardian of Israel", a virtue of which allowed us to resist and survive in spite of... over the generations. Great nations older than us have come and gone from the stage of history. They disappeared in spite of their strength and culture. Is it no wonder that in spite of its enemies and its detractors our small and ancient nation has remained in existence until this day. The key to the secret lies hidden in the words "The People of Israel Live" and has become a symbol, a promise and a song: Am Yisrael Chai!

The words "The People of Israel Lives" in art design and stylized letters are depicted on the obverse, with the English around the bottom rim.
Reverse
The verse: "...and the bush was not consumed" (Exodos 3:2) and its translation into English appear on the reverse. In the center is the Burning Bush, reminding us of the promise of the Lord to Moses: "As the bush burns and is not consumed, so no man or nation in the world can destroy Israel."

25 YEARS LINKED LIFE ASSURANCE

Official Medal

1982 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

207.1

26086375

5742

1982

silver .935

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), SILVER 935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Hecht

40.00

Linked life insurance is an original Israeli system of the oldest financial instrument in the world. Many insurance companies in the world looked for ways to guarantee the value of the money from life insurance and investigated many different ways, but found no safer or clearer method to answer the problem of inflation than the one used in Israel - linking life insurance to cost of living. The waves of inflation and the drop in the real value of the insurance, brought a very worrying aspect to the development of the branches. To surmount this situation, the insurance companies initiated, from 1957-5717 the system of life insurance linked to the cost of living index. The Israeli Government, recognized that life insurance is a very important social and economic instrument which protects the individual on the one hand, and donates to the State economy savings over a long period on the other hand, therefore entered into a contract system with the association of life insurance companies by which the government issues to the insurance companies debt fees linked to the C.O.L. index equivalent to the obligation of the insurance company to its insured. The life insurance industry occupies a very important place within the economic framework of Israel. The success of the linked Israeli life insurance was noted by the whole western world and insurance companies, well established with a long tradition of insurance, have implemented the Israeli method.

On the obverse appears the text "25th Anniversary of Linked Life Assurance" in Hebrew and English. The Hebrew and civil dates read resp. 5718-5343 and 1957-1982.
The reverse depicts the Life Insurance emblem, a home with people inside. The Sheqel coin symbolizes thrift. In the center is the Hebrew quotation "Israel shall dwell in safety" (Deuteronomy 33:28), and the English translation is inscribed around the rim.

1983

JEWISH EDUCATION IN THE DIASPORA

Official Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

208.1

16090592

5743

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H), ser. #

Hecht

2,205

12.00

Improving Jewish education and cultivating Jewish identity in the Diaspora, with the ultimate aim of Aliya to Israel, as well as finding ways of reaching young people with no Jewish background at all, to try and infuse meaning into their understanding of their Jewish heritage - these are the chief aims of the Department for Jewish Education and Culture in the Diaspora, and its spheres of responsibility include: developing Diaspora Hebrew kindergarten networks and "Israel Studies" centers in schools, study trips in Israel for groups of pupils, expansion of advanced courses for Jewish studies teachers, promotion of Hebrew language instruction for adults in Ulpanim (Hebrew language classes), Israeli administration of studies for children of Israelis in the Diaspora, publishing of books for reading and study in easy Hebrew, and preparation of audiovisual and online teaching material.

The medal's obverse shows the text "The Department for Education and Culture in the Diaspora W.Z.O." (the initials of the World Zionist Organization) in Hebrew and, and the emblem of the Department.
On the reverse appears the Star of David, symbol of Judaism, against the globe, a pointer used for reading in the Scroll of the Law, symbolizing Jewish education and culture, and the verse "And they went about throughout all the cities of Judah, and taught the people" (Chronicles 11:7.9). Around the edge are the English and Spanish translation of the verse.

INTERNATIONAL PRECIOUS STONES CONGRESS

State Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

209.1

26091346

5743

1983

silver .935

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), UNION BANK OF ISRAEL, SILVER 935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

2,475

45.00

The historic relationship of the people of Israel with precious stones, their value and symbolism goes back to the breastplate of the High Priest described in the Bible. The twelve precious stones described by their original Hebrew names are but a few among the many kinds of precious stones existing at the present time. The world of precious stones is rich and has a wide range of beauty and color. During the last decades, Israel advanced and strengthened its position as a producer and supplier of precious stones in the whole world. The precious stones industry in Israel is considered the leading one in the world due to its technological development and the sophistication of the polishing equipment being used. Many members of the Israeli Precious Stones and Diamonds Exchange are influenced by the marketing outlook of this industry and consider this export branch of great importance to the Israeli economy.

On the obverse appear the emblem of the International Precious Stones Congress, the words in Hebrew and in English "The International Precious Stones Congress,
Israel 1983", and around the rim "lsrael Emerald Cutters Association".
The reverse is graced by the twelve precious stones on the High Priest's breastplate and their Hebrew names: Ruby, Topas, Beryl, Turquoise, Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, Agate, Amethyst, Emerald, Onyx, Jasper. Around the rim is the verse in English "...And thou shalt make the breastplate of judgement with cunning work... and thou shalt set in it settings of stones..." (Exodus 28:15).

ISRAEL WELCOMES THE TOURIST

State Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

210.1

15095599

5743

1983

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

2,142

12.00

210.2

25095347

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

1,107

35.00

210.3

35095187

gold .750

18.0

4.4

reeded

Hecht

865

200.00

"And Moses sent them to spy out the land of Canaan... and see the land, what it is... whether it be good or bad" (Numbers 13:17.19). "And they came unto the brook of Eshkol and cut down from thence a branch with one cluster of grapes, and they bore it between two upon a staff" (Numbers 13:23). "...And they returned after 40 days..." (Numbers 13:25). This is the first time that tourists to the Land of Israel are mentioned in the Bible. Some 3,000 years later, Israel ranks high among the world's major tourist destinations. Religious, historical and cultural heritage, natural beauty and year-round sunshine make Israel a unique tourist attraction for pilgrims and vacationers alike.

The obverse depicts the emblem of the State of Israel, the words "Israel welcomes the tourist" in Hebrew and English, and below the Ministry of Tourism emblem - a cluster of grapes on a staff between two figures.
The reverse shows the sun surrounded by a view of settlements and the sea and the words "Visit Israel the miracle on [the] Mediterranean" in Hebrew and English. Note that the word "the" is missing, a serious linguistic design flaw, never detected by the designer, engraver, minters, quality control and the IGCMC!

MUNICH JEWISH COMMUNITY

Official Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

211.1

26092342

5743

1983

silver .935

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E)

Gov't Mint

714

80.00

Jews first settled in Munich in 1210 and 75 years later the community was destroyed in the aftermath of a blood libel accusation. The history of the Munich Jewish community is marked by destruction and rebirth: 1346 - blood libel; 1390 - confiscation of property; 1413 - libel of the desecration of a church; 1442 - expulsion and the conversion of the synagogue to a church; 1556 - the prohibition of trading with non-Jews; 1715 - expulsion. In 1805, the "Law for Jews" gave the Munich Jewish community public status but retained many prohibitions. Until the rise of the Nazis, Jews participated in the economic and cultrual life in Bavaria and Munich but antisemitism was always close to the surface. Munich was the cradle of Nazism, and from Munich Hitler began has violent march to power. The first concentration camp in Germany was built in Dachau, a suburb of Munich. Munich was the focal point for outbreaks of violence which engulfed all Germany in 1938. Tragically, almost the entire community was exterminated during the Second World War. However, after the end of World War II, small groups of Jews, Holocaust survivors, began to reappear in Munich.

The obverse depicts the two Jewish community centers of Munich, a Senior Citizens' Home and a Youth Center, as well as the German text "Munich Jewish
Community Youth Center" "Eisenberg - Munich Jewish Community Senior Citizen's Home". The dates 5743 and 1983 appear on either side.
The reverse shows the verse "We will go with our young and with our old..." (Exodus 10:9) in Hebrew and German.

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION VETERAN EMPLOYEES

Official Medal

(not sold to public)

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

212.1

26095340

5743

1983

silver .935

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Hecht

80.00

At the request of the Ministry of Education and Culture, the Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation issued a special silver medal. This medal was awarded by the Ministry to veteran employees who had worked for 25 years or more.

On the obverse appear a teacher instructing a pupil, an open book and the passage from the Bible "The wise of the nation will instruct the people" (Daniel 11:33) in Hebrew and English.
The reverse depicts around a lit candle the passage from the Bible in stylized script "Ask your Father to recount it, your Elders to tell you the tale" (Deuteronomy 32:7) in English and Hebrew. Likenesses of students can be seen on the lower part of the medal.

VOLUNTEERS

State Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

213.1

15996595

5743

1983

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

2,167

12.00

213.2

25096343

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

1,192

35.00

213.3

35096183

gold .750

18.0

4.4

reeded

Hecht

904

200.00

To give wholeheartedly "without a view to receiving a reward" is the essence of volunteer activity for which Jews have always been well-known and, according to Judaism, is the highest of virtues. The giver of charity gives of his money only and helps only the poor, but the volunteer gives also of himself, and of his precious time, helping rich and poor alike. In 1972, the Israeli Government founded the "Center for Volunteer Services", for even in an organized, modern society, the personal dimension is necessary. The Center's motto "To give is also to receive" expresses perfectly the friendship and partnership that develop between the "giver" and the "receiver".

On the obverse appears the verse "Because with a perfect heart they volunteered..." (Chronicles 1:29.9) in Hebrew and English, and the emblem of the Center for Volunteer Services in Israel.
The reverse depicts a chain of hands holding hearts, in the form of a Star of David, expressing the essence of volunteer activity.

ISRAEL RAILWAYS RETIREES

FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE

State Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

214.1

25097349

5743

1983

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

2,155

35.00

Israel Railways, the national operator of its rail network, gives a medal to each retiring employee as a sign of appreciation of many years of devoted service.

The obverse shows the old Israel Railways emblem and a stretch of rail. The verse "Make straight in the desert a highway" (Isaiah 40:3) appears in Hebrew and English.
On the reverse appears a tree with stylized roots and fruits and the inscription "For Meritorious Service" in Hebrew and English.

YOUTH ALIYA JUBILEE

Official Medal

1983 / 5743

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

215.1

16089591

5743

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E)

Hecht

3,236

10.00

The year 1933 saw the beginning of "Youth Aliyah" activities, in Germany, when Recha Freier devoted herself to saving Jewish children from the hands of the Nazi's. In 1934, the first group of children was welcomed to Israel by Henrietta Szold and sent to Kibbutz Ein Harod. Since then, over 200,000 children from all over the world have received their education in Youth Aliyah institutions. Today,18,000 children study in kibbutzim, youth villages, boarding schools and centers for youth - among these, some 2,000 new immigrants, and youngsters are spending a year of their high school studies in Israel. Youth Aliyah endeavors to match learning situations to pupil abilities (boarding schools with vocational training and academic studies, centers for youth and kibbutz groups), in accordance with the verse: "Start a child on the right road". The issue of this medal marked the Youth Aliyah Jubilee.

On the obverse appear the emblem of the Jubilee, combined with Youth Aliyah's regular emblem, a sawn tree-trunk from which a new branch sprouts, symbolizing renewed growth, the words "Youth Aliyah" in Hebrew and English, and the dates 1933/4 - 1983/4.
Figures of a boy and a girl with an open book are depicted on the reverse. The verse reads: "Start a child on the right road" (Proverbs 22) in Hebrew and English.

JEWISH RESISTANCE AND COMBAT DURING WORLD WAR II

State Medal

1983 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

216.1

45098454

5743

1983

cu-ni

45.0

42.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

5,271

15.00

216.2

35098185

gold .750

18.0

4.4

reeded

Credit Gold

752

200.00

A glorious chapter of heroism was written in the history of the Jewish people by the World War II fighters, men and women who fought the Nazis and their cohorts in the ghettos and sewers, in the marshes and forests and inside the death camps of Europe. In 1983, the year of Jewish Heroism, the men and women who fought for human survival and national dignity four decades ago and survived, met in the reborn Jewish State to commemorate, share and celebrate, and reaffirm the vow of "Never again".

On the medal's obverse appear the State emblem and that of "the Year of Jewish Heroism and Valor", and the words "Resistance Struggle Against the
Nazis" in Hebrew. Around the rim is the biblical quote "In quietness and in confidence shall be your strength (Isaiah 30:15) in Hebrew and English.
The reverse depicts the symbol of the World Assembly to Commemorate Jewish Resistance and Combat Against the Nazis. The dates 5704-5744 and 1943-1983 appear in resp. Hebrew and English. Around the rim are the words "World Assembly to Commemorate Jewish Resistance and Combat During World War II" in Hebrew and English.

JERUSALEM OF GOLD

State Medal

1983 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

217.1

15225150

5755

1994

copper

150

470

plain

Hecht

Uniface

180.00

217.2

15101594

5744

1983

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

10.00

217.3

54101304

5754

1994

cu-ni

plain

10.00

217.4

25225150

5755

1994

silver .999

150

370

plain

Uniface

450.00

217.5

25101376

5744

1983

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

35.00

217.6

35101221

5744

1983

gold .585

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

200.00

Jerusalem in Hebrew means "City of Peace". When in exile, the expression "If I forget thee, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget its cunning" became a symbol of yearning for the return to the City of Peace. About three thousand years ago, David, anointed King of Israel, conquered the city and made it his capital. His son Solomon built the magnificent First Temple in 953 BC. The conquering Nebuchadnezzar of Assyria destroyed the Temple in 587 BC. Half a century later the Jews returned and built the Second Temple which stood until the Romans razed it in 70 AD.

A stylized freely composed panorama of Jerusalem is depicted on the obverse. The word "Jerusalem" appears in Hebrew and English.

In the center of the reverse is a rampant lion, symbol and emblem of the city, encircled by the word "Jerusalem" in twenty different languages.

SIGMUND FREUD

ISRAEL PSYCHOANALYTIC SOCIETY JUBILEE

Official Medal

1983 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

218.1

16087599

5744

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

2,023

25.00

Sigismund Schlomo Freud (1856-1939) was an Jewish-Austrian neurologist who founded the psychoanalytic school of psychology. Sigmund Freud is best known for his theories of the unconscious mind and the defense mechanism of repression and for creating the clinical practice of psychoanalysis for curing psychopathology through dialogue between a patient and a psychoanalyst. Freud is also renowned for his redefinition of sexual desire as the primary motivational energy of human life, as well as his therapeutic techniques, including the use of free association, his theory of transference in the therapeutic relationship, and the interpretation of dreams as sources of insight into unconscious desires. He was also an early neurological researcher into cerebral palsy. While of unique historical interest, many of Freud's ideas have fallen out of favor or have been modified by Neo-Freudians and at the close of the 20th century, advances in the field of psychology began to show flaws in many of his theories. Freud's methods and ideas remain important in clinical psychodynamic approaches. In academia, his ideas continue to influence the humanities and some social sciences. In 1983 the Israel Psychoanalytic Society celebrated its 50th anniversary.

The medal's obverse depicts a portrait of Sigmund Freud, his name, and his dates of birth and death 1933-1983.

On the reverse appears a stylized number "50", Israel Psychoanalytic Society" in Hebrew and English and the dates 1933-1983.

TOWER OF DAVID

JERUSALEM CITY MUSEUM

Official Medal

1983 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

219.1

16093590

5744

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

7,577

10.00

"Thy neck is like the Tower of David..." (Song of Songs 4:4). To mark the opening of the Jerusalem Municipal Museum on the site of the Tower of David, the Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation issued this bronze medal, whose attractive and special design is the creation of the well-known Jerusalem artist Nathan Karp. The Tower of David nestles on a high point controlling the Old City of Jerusalem. Throughout the history of the city, towers and forts were erected on this spot, with the aim of protecting Jerusalem's western face. In the fortress' courtyard, an impressive remnant of the Hasmonean wall was found, the "first wall" of the tower. Above the Herodian tower are the remains of the Byzantines, early Arabs, Crusaders, Mamelukes and Ottomans. These remains illustrate the continuity of settlement in the fortress for more than 2,000 years. The Tower of David is one of the more popular symbols of Jerusalem.

A silhouette of the Tower of David fortress appears on the obverse. "Jerusalem City Museum" and "The Tower of David" are inscribed in Hebrew and English.
In the center of the reverse is a rampant lion, symbol and emblem of the city; surrounded by the word "Jerusalem" twenty times, in different languages.

DAVID YELLIN TEACHERS COLLEGE

Official Medal

1983 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

220.1

16097594

5744

1983

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E)

Hecht

1,868

20.00

In 1913 David Yellin founded a new seminar in the Hebrew language. Until the present quarters were built, meetings were held on a rocky area outside the Old City. The name given to the institution was the "Academy for Hebrew Teachers", which was to emphasize the uniqueness of the Hebrew language and its spirit.
The Academy for Hebrew Teachers became a viable center of the public and Hebrew cultural life of Jerusalem and its environs. David Yellin and Ben Zion Dinur collaborated on formulating the academic framework of the institution which became a guiding light for those following them.

The obverse depicts the college building and the inscription in Hebrew and English "The David Yellin Teachers' College 5674-5744 * 1913-1983".
On the reverse appear portraits of David Yellin and Ben Zion Dinur, the pioneer directors of the Hebrew teachers college in Jerusalem. The inscriptions "Ben Zion Dinur 1884-1973" and "David Yellin 1864-1941 appear in Hebrew and English.

1984

BETHLEHEM

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

221.1

15081590

5744

1984

tombac

98.0

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

12.00

221.2

25081372

silver .935

26.0

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

35.00

221.3

35081188

gold .750

4.4

reeded

Hecht

482

200.00

Bethlehem is in Judea, about five miles south of Jerusalem. The city is considered holy by both Jews and Christians. It is the birthplace and the burial place of the matriarch Rachel, and the birthplace of Jesus. Another well-known Old Testament name associated with Bethlehem is Ruth, who married Boaz in Bethlehem.
The New Testament mentioned Jesus as being a descendant of King David and tells of his birth in Bethlehem. This has increased the sanctity of the city to Christians who have made it a center for pilgrimages over the centuries. One of the holiest places to Christians is the Church of the Nativity, which is built over the cave where, according to tradition, Jesus was born.

A panoramic view of Bethlehem with her typical spires graces the obverse. The name "Bethlehem" appears in Hebrew and English.
David the Shepherd playing the harp is depicted on the reverse. The biblical verse in Hebrew and English reads: "Out of you shall come forth a ruler in Israel" (Micah 5:1).

HAIFA

Official Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

222.1

16094596

5744

1984

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

4,003

10.00

222.2

26094344

silver .935

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

2,788

35.00

Haifa is a multi-faceted city, combining a stunning beauty when seen both from the Carmel mountain and from the sea, a major port city, home to heavy and science-based industries. Haifa is a microcosm of Israel's society, a city in which Jews, Moslems, Druse and Christians live together, side by side, in friendship and harmony. Haifa is unique, having been endowed with a rare combination of the forest clad Mount Carmel and the azure tranquil waters of a natural bay. Haifa is a three level city, each level with its own special characteristics. The upper level comprises residential neighborhoods, entertainment and hotels; the intermediate - established neighborhoods which are gradually turning into business centers; the lower level - partly built on a reclaimed coastline, is dominated by the port and the adjacent business and civic centers. On both sides of the port are well tended beach resorts. The city also boasts many other special sites such as : The Bahai Garden - the World Center of the Bahai Faith, Elijah's Cave - focus of pilgrimage for believers of all religions, and the Carmelit - the only subway of its kind in Israel.

The medal's obverse depicts the emblem of the city of Haifa with its name in three languages, Hebrew, English and Arabic. The verse from the Bible reads: "...And Carmel be counted for a forest..." (Isaiah 32:15).
The characteristic north-south panoramic view as seen from Haifa bay graces the reverse. From bottom to top one sees an ocean-going vessel, the Dagon silo, the old Technion building, and then Bahai shrine. To the far right is the cable car connecting the Carmel mountain with sea level Bat Galim.

PROCLAMATION OF REVOLT AGAINST BRITISH MANDATE

40^TH ANNIVERSARY

Official Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

223.1

16096598

5744

1984

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

4,562

10.00

In 1944 the "National Military Organization" (Etzel) started its revolt against British Mandatory rule in the Land of Israel. The underground began an armed struggle which was to continue for four years, until the establishment of the State of Israel, and this included attacks on Government offices, police stations, military camps and airfields, among them the bomb attack on the civilian and military headquarters in the King David Hotel in Jerusalem. The authorities reacted by imprisoning and arresting the fighters and those who supported them, expelling them from the country, imposing curfews, setting up detention camps in the towns, and even by sentencing people to death by hanging.

The obverse shows the words "40th Anniversary of the Declaration of the Revolt", the dates; 7th of Shevat 5704 - 1.2.1944. Intertwined with these words is the Etzel emblem, and beneath, the Year of Valour's symbol and the words "Etzel Congress" (National Military Organization Congress) in Hebrew, which was held to commemorate the event.
On the reverse appear the words "Take up arms and fire", taken from Etzel mentor Ze'ev Jabotinsky's poem, "Betar", and below it the Betar emblem and the text "Israel's 35th Independence day" in Hebrew.

BLESSED BE THE HEALER

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

224.1

15099593

5744

1984

tombac

59.0

98.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

12.00

224.2

25099341

5744

1984

silver .935

34.0

23.00

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

35.00

224.3

25099155

5754

1994

silver .999

15.0

1.50

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

40.00

224.4

35099181

5744

1984

gold .750

18.0

4.40

reeded

Hecht

200.00

224.5

35099149

5754

1994

gold .585

14.0

2.05

reeded

Hecht

100.00

224.6

35099123

5754

1994

gold .585

12.5

1.00

reeded

Hecht

50.00

The tradition of visiting the sick has its roots both in the Bible and in the Talmud. It is a Jewish custom on seeing a friend who has recovered from a sickness to recite the blessing: "Blessed be the Healer of the sick".

On the obverse appears the blessing recited by every Jew on seeing a friend who has recovered from an illness: "Blessed be the Healer of the sick", in Hebrew and English.
In the center of the reverse is a stylized design of the sun, shining as a symbol of righteousness and healing, and a young branch expressing growth and freshness. On the rim, the verse in Hebrew and English reads: "and thy health shall spring forth speedily" (Isaiah 58:8).

CEREMONIAL HALF SHEQEL

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

225.1

25100273

5744

1984

silver .925

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

40.00

The original Half Sheqel struck in Jerusalem, year three of the first Jewish revolt against Rome (68/69 AD).

According to Jewish sages, the world is based upon three things: "The Torah, the Temple service, and the practice of charity". Every man, from age 13 upwards, contributed a Half Sheqel for the Temple service. On the eve of Purim, but not related to the Purim Festival, it is usual to contribute in commemoration of the custom of the gift of the Half Sheqel. Generally, a coin or medal with a content of 10 grams pure silver, like the "Half Sheqel", is used.

The obverse depicts the Half Sheqel coin used in Jerusalem during the first Jewish revolt against the Romans, 66-70 AD. The coin depicted is of the third tear, 68/69 AD. The text reads: "In commemoration of the ceremonial Half Sheqel".
Intertwined Stars of David, expressing the brotherhood of the Jewish People, and the verse: "Go, gather together all the Jews" (Book of Esther4:16), appear on the reverse.

LOS ANGELES OLYMPICS

Official Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

226.1

15102702

5744

1984

tombac

140

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

2,000

12.00

226.2

45102300

cu-ni

plain

Hecht

3,361

In keychain

25.00

226.3

25102372

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

7,170

35.00

226.4

35102308

gold .750

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 750, ser. #

Gov't Mint

1,638

700.00

226.5

35102227

gold .585

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 585, ser. #

Gov't Mint

1,524

200.00

The Olympic Games were first held in 776 BC in ancient Greece. The victor of the contests received an olive branch as a trophy for their success. The Olympic Games in ancient Greece were held 293 times and ended in 293 AD. The idea of the modern Olympic Games was conceived by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, himself a sportsman. In 1896, the games reopened in Athens. The slogan chosen for the Olympics was "faster, higher, stronger". At the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984, 10,000 athletes from 160 countries competed in 24 different branches of sport.

The obverse shows the Israeli Olympic emblem and the words "Olympiad Los Angeles 1984 appear in Hebrew (with date 5744) and English.
A stylized figure of a sportsperson in motion appears on the reverse. The words "a life of bodily vigour" appear in Hebrew and English.

MOSES AND JUDITH MONTEFIORE

BICENTENNIAL OF BIRTH

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

227.1

15103596

5744

1984

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

1,923

10.00

227.2

25103378

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

Gov't Mint

1,491

40.00

227.3

35103223

gold .585

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 585, ser. #

Hecht

1,045

200.00

Sir Moses Montefiore, one of the best-known British Jews of all time, is remembered for his journeys to champion oppressed Jews, his philanthropy and a life-long devotion to the Land of Israel. In 1837, at the age of 53, the City of London chose him as one of its two Sheriffs and, during his year in office, he was knighted and became Sir Moses Montefiore. Subsequently, Queen Victoria granted him the hereditary rank of Baronet. He intervened on behalf of Damascus Jews who were accused of ritual murder. Montefiore visited the Holy Land seven times and promoted education and welfare of the Jewish population, as well as fostering employment in agriculture and industry.

The obverse of the medal depicts sculptured effigies of Sir Moses and Judith Montefiore and the text "Moses and Judith Montefiore". The dates of birth and death of Moses Montefiore are 1784-1885 / 5545-5645. The dates of birth and death of Judith Montefiore are 1784-1862 / 5545-5622.
Two famous Jerusalem landmarks, closely associated with Moses Montefiore, the house of Mishkenot Shaananim and the Yemin Moshe windmill, appear on the reverse. The verse in Hebrew and English reads: "For it is time to favour her for the set time is come" (Psalms 102:14). Below Mishkenot Shaananim appears its name in Hebrew and English.

ARCHAEOLOGY

ISRAEL EXPLORATION SOCIETY

70^TH ANNIVERSARY

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

228.1

15104592

5744

1984

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

1,414

12.00

The Israel Exploration Society is active in three main areas: archaeological excavations, publication of archaeological news and the dissemination of information to the general public. In 1984 it celebrated its 70th anniversary.

The medal's obverse shows the Menorah of the Second Temple period and the inscription in Hebrew "The Israel Exploration Society Seventieth Anniversary".
Around the rim appears the English translation.
The reverse depicts a stylized rendering of an archaeological site, and the verse "Truth will spring out of the earth" (Psalms 85:12) in Hebrew and English.

ARIES (RAM)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 1

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

229.1

25107194

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

728

Issued as pendant

40.00

229.2

35107188

gold .750

4.4

498

200.00

The Lord said unto her: "My daughter, I have created twelve signs of Zodiac in the heavens and I have created all of them for you alone!" (Treatise Berakhot 32). Song of the Zodiac: "When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have ordained" (Psalms 8:4).

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Aries is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

TAURUS (BULL)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 2

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

230.1

25108190

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

793

Issued as pendant

40.00

230.2

35108184

gold .750

4.4

492

200.00

GEMINI (TWINS)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 3

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

231.1

25109196

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

707

Issued as pendant

40.00

231.2

35109180

gold .750

4.4

473

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Gemini is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

CANCER (CRAB)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 4

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

232.1

25110197

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

623

Issued as pendant

40.00

232.2

35119181

gold .750

4.4

526

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Cancer is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

LEO (LION)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 5

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

233.1

25111193

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

737

Issued as pendant

40.00

233.2

35111187

gold .750

4.4

457

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Leo is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

VIRGO (VIRGIN)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 6

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

234.1

25112199

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

728

Issued as pendant

40.00

234.2

35111283

gold .750

4.4

498

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Virgo is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

LIBRA (SCALES)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 7

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

235.1

25113195

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

584

Issued as pendant

40.00

235.2

35113189

gold .750

4.4

477

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Libra is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

SCORPIUS (SCORPION)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 8

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

236.1

251114199

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

735

Issued as pendant

40.00

236.2

35114185

gold .750

4.4

442

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Scorpius is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

SAGITTARIUS (CENTAUR)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 9

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

237.1

25115197

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

698

Issued as pendant

40.00

237.2

35115181

gold .750

4.4

404

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Sagittarius is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

CAPRICORNIUS (CAPRICORN)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 10

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

238.1

25116193

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

671

Issued as pendant

40.00

238.2

35116187

gold .750

4.4

465

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Capricornius is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

AQUARIUS

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 11

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

239.1

25118195

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

642

Issued as pendant

40.00

239.2

35118188

gold .750

4.4

349

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Aquarius is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

PISCES (FISHES)

ZODIAC SERIES I

# 12

State Medal

1984 / 5744

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

240.1

25107194

5744

1984

silver .935

reeded

Kretschmer

728

Issued as pendant

40.00

240.2

35107188

gold .750

4.4

498

200.00

On the medal's obverse the Zodiac sign of Pisces is depicted, and its name in Hebrew and Latin. Around the rim all Zodiac signs are shown.
The reverse shows the famous "Wheel of the Zodiac". This 6th century floor mosaic in a synagogue at Beit Alpha incorporates Greek-Byzantine elements.

BANK OF ISRAEL

30^TH ANNIVERSARY

Official Medal

(issued by the Bank of Israel)

1984 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

BOI

Heb.

Civil

241.1

5745

1984

bronze

6.1

plain

Kretschmer

3,000

15.00

241.2

In PNC

18.00

On 1st December 1954 the Bank of Israel was established. To commemorate its 30th Anniversary, the Bank issued a proprietary official medal, without involving the IGCMC in production and distribution. The bronze medal, as well as the smaller brass version encased in a Philatelic Numismatic Cover, were sold to the public at Bank of Israel branches only.

The obverse depicts the Bank of Israel building in Jerusalem. The text reads: "Bank of Israel Jerusalem 1954-1984" (5715-5745 in Hebrew).

On the reverse appear details from the nine circulation coins of the Sheqel, 1 Agora through 100 Sheqalim.

Remark: The medal is dated 1984/5745, but it was issued in a PNC bearing a cancellation stamp dated 31.5.1985.

1985

40^TH ANNIVERSARY OF VICTORY OVER NAZI GERMANY

State Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

242.1

15119597

5745

1985

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

2,649

12.00

242.2

25119379

silver .935

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER .935 (H), SILVER (E), ser. #

1,701

35.00

242.3

35119224

gold .585

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 585, ser. #

1,153

200.00

World War II is remembered in the history of the Jewish people, both for the genocide of which they were victims, as well as for the heroism of the Jewish fighting man. About 1.5 million Jewish soldiers fought in allied ranks and partisan units. They fought in Europe and in the Pacific and participated in the occupation of Germany. An equal number fought in the Russian Army. Thousands of Jewish partisans fought shoulder to shoulder with the non-Jewish partisans throughout Europe. Volunteer soldiers from Palestine formed the Jewish Brigade

The medal's obverse depicts a representation of a bearing in one hand a torch, and in the other hand a globe, and the words "40th Anniversary of the Victory over Nazi Germany" in Hebrew and English
On the reverse appears the monument to Jewish soldiers at the Jewish Martyrs Memorial Institute of Yad Vashem in Jerusalem, by sculptor Bernie Fink. In the center is the sword - symbol of battle, and a Star of David - symbol of the Jewish people; on each of its sides - six blocks of stone, representing the six million martyrs. The emblem of the State of Israel and the words: "Glory be to the Jewish Soldiers and Partisans 1939-1945" are inscribed in Hebrew and English.

According to IGCMC records, this medal was issued in 1984, whereas the 40th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany was celebrated in May 1985. The actual issue date may therefore rather have been early 1985 than in 1984.

ISRAEL DISCOUNT BANK

50^TH ANNIVERSARY

Official Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

243.1

16098590

5745

1985

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

10,968

10.00

Leon Recanati, President of the Jewish community of Salonika and a leader of the Zionist movement in Greece, immigrated to Eretz Israel in 1935, and in the same year opened the first office of the Palestine Discount Bank in Tel Aviv. At that time, more than fifty banks were in operation in the country. At the date of Leon Recanati's death in 1945, the bank was one of the three largest banking institutions in Israel, a position its holds until this day.

On the obverse of the medal appear outlines of the cities of Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and New York, exemplifying the domestic and international nature of the Bank's operations; various local coins in use during the fifty years of the Bank's existence, the Bank's logo; the name of the Bank in Hebrew and English; the jubilee years 1935-1985.
A likeness of the founder, Leon Recanati (1890-1945), appears on the reverse.

HOLON JUBILEE

Official Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

244.1

16099596

5745

1985

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

5,137

9.00

The name Holon is derived from the word "Hol", sand. That's all there was when the first settlers arrived on the sandy dunes south of Tel Aviv. They leveled the desolate sand dunes, paved the first road and built the first houses whose yards were as yet pure sand with no appearance of gardens. In the initial stages, the dunes threatened to invade all that was built. The first settlers knew hard times and never-ending wars, both with the dunes and with the hostile Arab population in the vicinity. The town-dwellers overcame all the hardships and continued work on construction, growth and development. Slowly the golden, desolate sand dunes became green. Shacks, tin huts and tents changed form and became modern stone houses with flowering gardens. Today, Holon is a thriving industrial, commercial and residential city.

The obverse depicts the City emblem with a Star of David, and the word "Holon" in Hebrew, English and Arabic characters.

The reverse shows a stylized panoramic view of Holon. On the reverse of 500 medals is engraved "50 years to Holon".

MIDDLE EAST TELEVISION

THIRD ANNIVERSARY

(CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING NETWORK - U.S.A.)

Official Medal

(not sold to public)

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

245.1

16101597

5745

1985

tombac

IGCMC emblem, I.G.C.M.C. (H+E)

Hecht

20,000

25.00

In celebration of three years of the operation of Middle East Television, the IGCMC struck a medal for the Christian Broadcasting Network.

The obverse depicts a likeness of a broadcasting tower made up of three geometrical figures resembling cedar trees, and around it the inscription in English "1982 * Middle East Television * 1985 - 3rd Anniversary".
On the reverse appear three likenesses - a Moslem, a Christian and a Jew embracing each other, and the inscription "Bringing a Message of Peace and Hope to the Middle East".

MAY YOU GO SAFE AND COME SAFE

(GO IN PEACE AND RETURN IN PEACE)

State Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

246.1

15106594

5745

1985

tombac

59.0

98.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL, BRONZE (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

5,555

12.00

246.2

45106304

5745

1985

cu-ni

30.0

13.0

plain

Issued in keychain

25.00

246.3

25106342

5745

1985

silver .935

34.0

22.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL, SILVER 935 (H+E), ser. #

19,670

35.00

246.4

25106194

5745

1985

silver .935

19.0

03.0

reeded

Issued as pendant

25.00

246.5

21403180

5764

2004

silver .935

18.0

03.0

plain

Uniface, issued as prayer shawl clasp & pendant

40.00

246.6

25106156

5754

1994

silver .999

15.0

01.5

Issued as pendant

35.00

246.7

21403140

5764

2004

silver .935

14.0

02.0

reeded

Uniface, issued as prayer shawl clasp & pendant

30.00

246.8

35106182

5745

1985

gold .750

18.0

44.4

reeded

Issued as pendant

200.00

246.9

35106149

5750

1990

gold .750

14.0

02.05

Issued as pendant

120.00

246.10

35106132

5745

1985

gold .900

13.0

41.7

reeded

27,941

Issued as pendant

100.00

246.11

35106124

5750

1990

gold .555

12.5

01.0

Issued as pendant

80.00

Taking leave of a person is accompanied by a blessing. In Jewish tradition this is not merely an attractive custom, but an explicit law: "It is a positive precept to accompany guests...and a man must take leave of his friend with biblical teachings and words of blessing". The Jewish blessing of departure accompanies the Jewish people from the historical beginning of their sojourn on the eve of the Exodus from Egypt, Jethro took leave of his son-in-law Moses, who was about to set out on his mission and blessed him "Go in Peace". "Go in Peace and Return in Peace" continues to be a traditional blessing in modern times.

The obverse shows the dove of peace with an olive leaf in its beak. The words "may you go safe" appear in Hebrew and English. On the 18 & 14 mm medals, the words "go in peace" appear in Hebrew and English.
A flower with heart-shaped petals is depicted on the reverse. In the background appears a shining sun and the words "and come safe". On the 14 & 18 mm medals, the words "and return in peace" appear.

AND THERE WAS LIGHT

BY YAACOV AGAM

State Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

247.1

15120653

5745

1985

tombac

128.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Kretschmer

5,862

2,966* minted, numbered 0001-2000 & 5001-5966

60.00

247.2

Hecht

3,000* minted, numbered 2001-5000

60.00

247.3

25120508

silver .999

062.0

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), SILVER 999, ser. #

Kretschmer

2,554

120.00

247.4

25120265

silver .999

010.0

Kretschmer

5,953

Also issued as pendant

60.00

247.5

35120380

gold .9166

033.93

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 9166, ser. #

Kretschmer

1,615

1,700.00

247.6

35120241

gold .750

010.56

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), G 750, ser. #

Kretschmer

4,254

Also issued as pendant

500.00

"And there was Light" is a unique medal designed by artist Yaacov Agam. It is an original work of art in a medal, the first combination of its kind consisting of a hardened, solid metal with light-radiating matter. Hold the medal up opposite a light focus, and the "And there was Light" medal lives up to its name - a dazzling Star of David appears like magic from the transparent inset in the center of the medal. Agam gives the Star of David concept a unique spiritual content. For the first time, the words "A light unto the nations" receive a truly visual significance.

In the center of the obverse is a transparent light-radiating matter in which a dazzling Star of David appears when held against a source of light. The Hebrew verse "And there was Light" is taken from Genesis 1:3. The semi-circular curves characterize the candelabrum, expressing "the world above and the world below", as well as "branches and roots".
On the reverse appears a spiral, expressing contraction and the secret of "Zimsum", the English translation of the biblical text, and the artist's signature.

* The final total mintage figure is less than the breakdown by Mint, because no record was kept as to the origin of the melted medals.

TREE OF LIFE

State Medal

1985 / 5745

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

248.1

25130197

5745

1985

silver .935

19.0

3.00

reeded

Kretschmer

30.00

248.2

25130180

5764

2004

silver .935

18.0

3.00

reeded

Uniface, issued as prayer shawl clasp & pendant

40.00

248.3

25130155

5754

1994

silver .999

15.0

1.50

reeded

Reverse: ISRAEL & State emblem; issued as pendant

35.00

248.4

35130181

5745

1985

gold .750

18.0

4.40

reeded

200.00

248.5

35130149

5750

1990

gold .750

14.0

2.05

reeded

Reverse: ISRAEL & State emblem, G750; issued as pendant

100.00

248.6

35130123

5750

1990

gold .585

12.5

1.00

reeded

Reverse: ISRAEL & State emblem, G585; issued as pendant

50.00

The two best known trees in the Garden of Eden were the Tree of Life and the Tree of Knowledge. The designer Asher Kalderon has designed a Tree of Life expressing renewal, vigor and breath of life. Its outline recalls the Star of David, and within are the words "The People of Israel Lives", a prayer and hope for eternal life. As the infant grows into childhood, it begins to taste of the Tree of Knowledge, to study the alphabet and the Torah, of which it is written "It is the Tree of Life for Those who Adhere to it". The letters of the Hebrew alphabet appear to be dancing.

On the obverse, an ancient tree represents the Tree of Knowledge. Its outline recalls the Star of David, and within are the words "The People of Israel Lives".
On the reverse the area is filled with stylized Hebrew letters, free and uneven. The entire Hebrew alphabet consisting of 22 letters is enclosed within a circle surrounding the Hebrew "Aleph" in the center.

NATURE RESERVES

State Medal

1985 / 5746

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

249.1

15121594

5746

1985

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

2,683

15.00

Within its relatively small area, Israel comprises an astonishing variety of scenery and climes, harboring over 2,500 different species of plants, 350 varieties of birds, and 70 types of mammals. In order to preserve these extraordinary natural resources, the State of Israel has designated over 200 sites as nature reserves. The Israel Nature Reserves Authority has many achievements to its credit. Not the least is the preservation of the ibex and gazelle, species of which, not too long ago, were on the brink of extinction. They are to be seen in growing numbers in the hilly area of the country. The Authority has reintroduced biblical animals, such as the fallow deer, the addax, the oryx and the onager. Israel may soon be the only place in the world where the last three can be found. Wild irises, cyclamens and narcissi, which had become a rare sight, once again cover the fields.

On the obverse appear a Madonna Lily and the logo of the Nature Reserves (the head of an ibex).
The reverse shows a gazelle against a desert background with a predatory bird overhead. Around the edge is the quotation "All that I have created, I have created for thee" (Koheleth Rabba 7:28), in Hebrew and English.

A DECADE OF JEWISH RESETTLEMENT IN SAMARIA

State Medal

1985 / 5746

CAT. #

DATE ISSUED

ALLOY

Ø
MM

WT.
GR.

EDGE

MARKINGS

MINT

MINTAGE

REMARKS

VALUE
USD

SHEQEL

IGCMC

Heb.

Civil

250.1

15126594

5746

1985

tombac

State emblem, STATE OF ISRAEL (H+E), ser. #

Hecht

7,091

8.00

In 1975 the Government of Israel approved the first settlement by the Alon Moreh group on the site of the Kadum army camp, known as "Kedumim". The medal commemorates a decade of resettlement in Samaria.

On the obverse appear a landscape of Jewish settlement in Samaria and the number 10, marking the decade. Arrows pointing in all directions symbolize the wave of development. The words "A Decade of Resettlement in Samaria" appear in Hebrew and English, and the dates 5736-46 in Hebrew.

The reverse depicts an ancient olive tree and the verse in Hebrew in stylized letters "You shall yet plant vines upon the mountains of Shomron" (Jeremiah 31:4).

catalog numbers 251 through 254 have been reserved for possible undocumented issues to be added at a later stage


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