Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the “Asilo Israelita Argentino, ” Home ...

Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal Commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the “Asilo Israelita Argentino, ” Home for the Elderly and Orphans, 1940 Medal made of silver / silvered metal, issued in 1940 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the founding (1915-1940) of the Asilo Israelita Argentino - the Jewish Home for the Elderly and Orphans in Buenos Aires, one of the leading charitable institutions of the Argentine Jewish community. The obverse shows the front façade of the building, with the inscription: “ASILO ISRAELITA ARGENTINO PARA ANCIANOS Y HUERFANOS” Translation: Argentine Jewish Asylum for the Elderly and Orphans. Decorated with floral border motifs. The reverse reads: “RECUERDO DEL 25° ANIVERSARIO DE SU FUNDACION 1915 1940” Translation: In remembrance of the 25th anniversary of its founding, 1915-1940. A historically meaningful medal honoring a quarter-century of charitable service and compassion by the Jewish community of Buenos Aires. Material: Silver / Silvered Weight: 7.74g Dimensions: 25x25 mm