Bidspirit auction | Medal Silver 34 grams. Herzl,

Medal Silver 34 grams. Herzl, Entebbe Rescue July 4 1976. 4 cm. Medallic Art Co. Danbury CTX Sterling. ASR B. 475. This year 2026 is the 50th anniversary of the heroic rescue of the Entebbe hostages. - Sterling Silver Medal — Theodor Herzl & Entebbe Rescue (Operation Thunderbolt) July 4, 1976 | Medallic Art Co., Danbury, Connecticut, USA Diameter: 40 mm | Weight: approx. 34 g | Ref: ASR B. 475 With original presentation box. An impressive collectible medal combining two iconic themes of modern Jewish and Israeli history: Theodor Herzl, founder of political Zionism, together with commemoration of the Entebbe Rescue (Operation Thunderbolt / Operation Yonatan), one of the most celebrated military rescue missions in the twentieth century. Produced in the United States by the renowned Medallic Art Company, a highly respected manufacturer known for fine engraving and high-quality commemorative medals. Marked Sterling (.925), the medal carries intrinsic silver value in addition to its historical and collector significance. One side features a portrait of Herzl with the Israeli flag and the famous quote: “If you will it — it is no dream.” The reverse commemorates the Entebbe rescue operation with symbolic imagery and inscription. The combination of Zionist ideology and modern Israeli heroism makes this medal particularly attractive to collectors of Israeliana, Herzl memorabilia, military history, and Entebbe-related collectibles. Year 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the Entebbe rescue, increasing contemporary collector interest. Condition: Very good. Light age toning. Original box included. Material: Sterling silver (.925) Weight: approx. 34 g Diameter: approx. 40 mm