Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal of the Argentine Jewish League Against Tuberculosis, First Prize 1942

Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal of the Argentine Jewish League Against Tuberculosis, First Prize 1942 Medal made of gilt metal, issued in 1942 by the Liga Israelita Argentina Contra la Tuberculosis - the Argentine Jewish League Against Tuberculosis, commemorating charitable activities during the fundraising event known as “Kermesse.” The obverse features a semi-nude allegorical female figure holding a cup, symbolizing healing and life, surrounded by the inscription: “LIGA ISRAELITA ARGENTINA CONTRA LA TUBERCULOSIS - FUNDADA EL 29 DE ENERO 1916” Translation: Argentine Jewish League Against Tuberculosis - Founded on January 29, 1916. The reverse depicts the Baron Hirsch Pavilion building (Unquillo, Córdoba) and the inscription: “FANNY SOSIN - DISTINCIÓN KERMESSE - 1er PREMIO ESTÍMULO - 1942” Translation: Fanny Sosin - Kermesse Distinction - First Encouragement Prize - 1942. A rare and historically significant medal highlighting the Jewish community’s humanitarian engagement in Argentina and its leadership in public health efforts during the early 20th century. Material: Gilt metal Weight: 10.51g Dimensions: 28x24 mm