Judaica / Zionism - South Africa, Medal of the Great Synagogue of Cape Town, 1905

Judaica / Zionism - South Africa, Medal of the Great Synagogue of Cape Town, 1905 A medal issued in South Africa to commemorate the consecration of the Great Synagogue of Cape Town, one of the most significant Jewish institutions of the early 20th century. Established by a growing Jewish community since the 19th century, the synagogue served as a central spiritual and communal landmark. One side features a large Star of David, flanked by the Hebrew letters ק"ק, an abbreviation of Kehilat Kodesh (Holy Congregation). Below appears the Hebrew inscription: "הקהל ישראל" Around the design is the English inscription: "GREAT SYNAGOGUE CAPE TOWN" And at the bottom: "CONSECRATED 13 SEPT 1905" Translation: Consecrated on 13 September 1905. The reverse depicts a detailed rendering of the façade of the Great Synagogue of Cape Town, including its twin towers and central dome. At the bottom appears the Hebrew year: 5665 The medal combines Jewish symbolism with architectural detail, highlighting the synagogue’s historical importance within the Jewish community of South Africa. Weight: 19.606 g Diameter: 36 mm