Israel - 900th Anniversary of Rashi Medal - Silver 925, approx. 62.2g (57.5g pure silver, 1.85 oz), 50 mm

Israel - 900th Anniversary of Rashi Medal - Silver 925, approx. 62.2g (57.5g pure silver, 1.85 oz), 50 mm Official state medal marking the 900th anniversary of Rabbi Shlomo Yitzhaki - Rashi, one of the greatest commentators on the Bible and the Talmud. His clear and foundational interpretations became central to Jewish learning and continue to influence scholarship to this day. Obverse: An arched window overlooking the figure of Rashi writing at his desk. Around the window are vine and grape decorations. The inscriptions “Rashi - Rabbi Shlomo Yitzhaki” appear in Hebrew and English, together with “900th Anniversary”. Reverse: Interior view of a traditional study hall in a classical European style. At left appears a quotation from Rashi’s commentary alongside text rendered in traditional Rashi script.