Judaica / Zionism - Netherlands, Medal for Pogrom Victims - Early 20th Century (approx.)

Judaica / Zionism - Netherlands, Medal for Pogrom Victims - Early 20th Century (approx.) A powerful and emotional humanitarian medal, likely produced in the Netherlands as part of a relief effort for Jewish victims of pogroms in Eastern Europe. Obverse: A dramatic scene depicting a man raising his arms toward the heavens in a cry for help, while a woman and a child lie at his feet. To the left, figures are shown fleeing, emphasizing the chaos and suffering. Reverse: Hebrew inscription reading: "Kumah ezrata lanu" ("Arise, be our help"). Below it appears "OP!" and "ONS TER HULPE" meaning "Arise to our aid". Around the border: "VOOR DE POGROM SLACHTOFFERS" ("For the victims of the pogroms"). At the bottom: "PS. 44.27" referencing Psalm 44:27. Dimensions: 23X30 mm Weight: 13.06 g Bronze.