Judaica / Zionism - Hungary, Token of the Jewish Community of Mattersdorf - 19th Century

Judaica / Zionism - Hungary, Token of the Jewish Community of Mattersdorf - 19th Century A very rare 19th-century token attributed to the Jewish community of Mattersdorf (today part of Mattersburg, Austria). Scholars and collectors believe it served as a kosher meat or communal token, used for payments or as proof of contribution within the Jewish community. Obverse: Two decorative branches encircling the Hebrew inscription “קמ״ד”, an abbreviation for “Kehilat Mattersdorf” (Community of Mattersdorf). Reverse: Similar wreath design surrounding the inscription “IGM”, short for Israelitische Gemeinde Mattersdorf, meaning Jewish Community of Mattersdorf. A rare and historically significant relic illustrating Jewish communal life and autonomy in 19th-century Central Europe. Material: Bronze Weight: 4.986 g Diameter: 25 mm