Palestine – “Yad Avshalom” Medal, Bezalel, Jerusalem, British Mandate Period

Palestine – “Yad Avshalom” Medal, Bezalel, Jerusalem, British Mandate Period A circular white metal medal produced by the Bezalel School of Arts and Crafts, Jerusalem, during the early British Mandate period. The obverse depicts the monumental tomb known as Yad Avshalom (Absalom’s Pillar), located in the Kidron Valley, Jerusalem — traditionally associated with Absalom, son of King David. This piece exemplifies Bezalel’s early artistic style, combining precise craftsmanship with national and biblical symbolism, and was likely sold as a souvenir for pilgrims and visitors to the Holy Land. Metal: White metal Maker: Bezalel, Jerusalem Obverse: Relief of Absalom’s Tomb with the Hebrew inscription “Yad Avshalom.” Reverse: Plain.