Israel - 20th Anniversary of the Reunification of Jerusalem Medal, 1987 - Silver 935, 25.99 g (Approx. 24.30 g Pure ...

Israel - 20th Anniversary of the Reunification of Jerusalem Medal, 1987 - Silver 935, 25.99 g (Approx. 24.30 g Pure Silver, Approx. 0.78 Troy oz), 38 mm An Israeli silver medal commemorating the 20th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem, 1967-1987, issued to mark the anniversary of the city’s reunification following the Six-Day War. Obverse: At the center appears the number 20, alongside the emblem of the Israel Defense Forces and the Hebrew inscription: "צה"ל באהבה" - IDF with love "משה לוי, הרמטכ"ל ה-12" - Moshe Levi, the 12th Chief of Staff The design combines the IDF emblem with a personal dedication, expressing the connection between the Israel Defense Forces and united Jerusalem. Reverse: The reverse features a stylized view of Jerusalem, including the walls of the Old City, major landmarks, and the Jerusalem skyline. On the right appears the inscription: "20 שנה לאיחוד ירושלים" "תשכ"ז-תשמ"ז" "1967-1987" (20 Years Since the Reunification of Jerusalem, 1967-1987) An interesting medal combining national commemoration of Jerusalem’s reunification with the military and historical connection to the Six-Day War. Struck in 935 silver, with an approximate pure silver weight of 24.30 grams.