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Israel–Egypt Peace Treaty – Official State Medal, 1979 (Bronze) - A special official Israeli state medal issued in 1979 to commemorate the historic peace treaty between Israel and Egypt. The bronze (tombac) medal symbolizes the pursuit of peace that began with the founding of the State of Israel and culminated in the courageous signing of the agreement by the leaders of both nations. The medal bears symbols and inscriptions marking the historic signing of the peace treaty on March 26, 1979, in Washington, attended by Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, Egyptian President Anwar Sadat, and U.S. President Jimmy Carter. Details:  • Year: 1979 (Hebrew year 5739).  • Material: Bronze (tombac).  • Issuance: Official state medal of Israel.  • Historical Significance: Commemorates Israel’s first peace treaty with an Arab country.