Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, “Liga Israelita Argentina contra la Tuberculosis”, 1939

Judaica / Zionism - Argentina, “Liga Israelita Argentina contra la Tuberculosis”, 1939 Silver or silvered medal issued in 1939 by the Argentine Israelite League Against Tuberculosis to commemorate the laying of the cornerstone for the “Barón Hirsch” pavilion in Unquillo, Córdoba. The obverse features an allegorical female figure holding a medical cup entwined with a serpent — the symbol of medicine — surrounded by the legend: “Liga Israelita Argentina contra la Tuberculosis - Fundada el 29 de Enero 1916.” Translation: Argentine Israelite League Against Tuberculosis - Founded January 29, 1916. The reverse shows a depiction of the new pavilion building and the inscription: “Recuerdo de la colocación de la piedra fundamental del pabellón ‘Barón Hirsch’ - Unquillo - Córdoba - 5 Noviembre 1939.” Translation: In memory of the laying of the cornerstone of the ‘Barón Hirsch’ pavilion - Unquillo, Córdoba - November 5, 1939. A historically significant medal commemorating Jewish philanthropic and medical efforts in Argentina’s early 20th century. Material: Silver / silvered Weight: 10.17 grams Dimensions: 27X27 mm