Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal Commemorating the First Anniversary of the “Jewish League for Commercial ...

Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, Medal Commemorating the First Anniversary of the “Jewish League for Commercial Defense and Mutual Aid”, Buenos Aires 1917 Gilt metal medal issued in 1917 to commemorate the first anniversary of the “Liga de Defensa Comercial Israelita y Socorros Mutuos” (Jewish League for Commercial Defense and Mutual Aid) in Buenos Aires. The obverse features two clasped hands within a laurel wreath tied with a ribbon, symbolizing unity and mutual support. The reverse bears the inscription: “LIGA DE DEFENSA COMERCIAL ISRAELITA Y SOCORROS MUTUOS - CONMEMORANDO SU PRIMER ANIVERSARIO - 13 AGOSTO 1917” Translation: Jewish League for Commercial Defense and Mutual Aid - Commemorating Its First Anniversary - August 13, 1917. A rare and early medal from World War I-era Argentina, representing one of the first Jewish organizations promoting economic cooperation and mutual assistance among Buenos Aires’ Jewish community. Material: Gilt metal Weight: 9.99 grams Dimensions: 29 mm