Judaica / Zionism - Belgium, Jewish Communal Charity Medal, 1907

Judaica / Zionism - Belgium, Jewish Communal Charity Medal, 1907 A medal linked to Jewish charitable activity in Liège, Belgium, decorated with social and communal themes. Jewish benevolent societies in Europe played a central role in supporting the poor, orphans and families in need, forming community-based welfare networks long before the establishment of the State of Israel. One side features a communal scene: a group of men and women gathered around a table, depicted in a manner suggesting care, assistance or medical support. The figures are rendered in a realistic style that emphasizes the social character of the medal. The reverse bears the French inscription: "S. ISRAELITE DE BIENFAISANCE DE LIEGE" Translation: The Israelite Benevolent Society of Liège. Below it appears: "25 anniversaire 1882-1907" Translation: 25th anniversary, 1882-1907. The design includes a blank cartouche intended for personal engraving, surrounded by decorative branches. Weight: 7.579 g Diameter: 25 mm