Judaica / Zionism - USA, Delegate Badge for the Fourth Zionist Congress - 1900 A ...

Judaica / Zionism - USA, Delegate Badge for the Fourth Zionist Congress - 1900 A rare metal badge in the shape of a shield, issued for delegates of the Fourth Zionist Congress held in 1900 (5660). At its center appears a Star of David enclosing the Hebrew word “Zion”, surrounded by the inscription: "Fourth Congress - 1900 - 5660 - Delegate". It was likely issued and worn by American Zionist delegates who participated in the event and supported the movement. The badge served as an official identification emblem for representatives of the Zionist Organization in the United States. This piece is regarded as one of the earliest physical testimonies of organized Zionist activity in America, combining Zionist symbols (Star of David and “Zion”) with an early 20th-century American badge design. Metal: Bronze (dark tone) Weight: 5.798 g Diameter: 50X40 mm