Judaica / Zionism - Jewish Medallion with Star of David and Russian Inscription, 1925

Judaica / Zionism - Jewish Medallion with Star of David and Russian Inscription, 1925 A small and delicate medallion dated 1925, featuring traditional Jewish symbolism and decorative metalwork. At its center appears a double Star of David with the Hebrew word "Shadda-i", one of the divine names commonly used on protective amulets. Three small stars and a floral motif beneath the star enhance the medallion’s amuletic character. The reverse bears an engraved Russian inscription: "Спомен отъ Бенковски" meaning Souvenir from Benkovski, followed by the date: 19 March 1925 The name “Benkovski” corresponds to a Jewish surname of Russian or Bulgarian origin, suggesting that the medallion was gifted as a personal keepsake or protective token. This piece reflects a unique blend of Jewish religious tradition with Slavic cultural context, characteristic of Jewish communities across Eastern Europe in the early twentieth century. Weight: 2.626 g Diameter: 20 mm