Israel - Symbols of the Israel Defense Forces Medal 1961 - Gold .417, 11.58g (4.83g pure gold, 0.16oz), 27mm

Israel - Symbols of the Israel Defense Forces Medal 1961 - Gold .417, 11.58g (4.83g pure gold, 0.16oz), 27mm Only 10% Commission + VAT on this item. Official Israeli medal issued in 1961, dedicated to the symbols and branches of the Israel Defense Forces. The center of the medal features the emblem of the IDF - a sword wrapped with an olive branch, symbolizing the balance between military strength and the aspiration for peace. Obverse: IDF emblem in the center, surrounded by the inscription "Symbols of Tsva Hagana L'Israel" in Hebrew and English. Reverse: Various military insignia including symbols of the Air Force, Paratroopers and additional IDF branches. In the center appear the years 1948-1961, commemorating the early years of the State of Israel and the Israel Defense Forces. The medal comes with its original case. Weight: 11.58g Pure gold weight: 4.83g Diameter: 27mm