Israel - Pair of “Star of Love” Medals, 30 Years of the State of Israel - 1978 - Silver 999, 200g (approx. 199.8g ...

Israel - Pair of “Star of Love” Medals, 30 Years of the State of Israel - 1978 - Silver 999, 200g (approx. 199.8g pure silver, 6.42 oz), 59 mm A beautiful pair of official medals designed by internationally acclaimed Israeli artist Yaacov Agam, one of the leading figures in kinetic and optical art. The medals were issued to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the State of Israel. Yaacov Agam, recipient of the Israel Prize, is renowned for artworks incorporating movement, light, and changing geometric forms, and is considered one of Israel’s most recognized artists worldwide. Obverse: Seven-branched menorah designed in Agam’s distinctive artistic style, together with the word “Shalom.” Around the rim appears the inscription “30 Years State of Israel 1948-1978” in Hebrew and English. Reverse: Abstract geometric composition forming a changing Star of David depending on the viewing angle, characteristic of Agam’s optical art style. Around the rim appears the inscription “Star of Love” in Hebrew and English.