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Israel – State Silver Medal “From Holocaust to Redemption”, 1981 – Silver 935, Weight: 26 g, Diameter: 37 mm – Limited Mintage of Only 6,462 Pieces - Israel – State Silver Medal “From Holocaust to Redemption”, 1981 – Silver 935, Weight: 26 g, Diameter: 37 mm – Limited Mintage of Only 6,462 Pieces Issue name: From Holocaust to Redemption Year: 1981 / 5741 Country: Israel Metal: Silver 935 Weight: 26 g Diameter: 37 mm Mintage: 6,462 pieces Description: State silver medal issued in 1981 to commemorate the World Gathering of Holocaust Survivors, held in Israel in June 1981. The medal expresses the historical connection between the Holocaust and the national rebirth of the Jewish people in the State of Israel. Obverse: A dark Star of David behind bars, with the word JUDE appearing on the bars, similar to the badge of shame forced upon Jews during the Holocaust. Above the bars appears a bright Star of David, symbolizing national redemption. Around the medal appears the inscription “From Holocaust to Redemption” in Hebrew, Yiddish and English. Reverse: The emblem of the State of Israel and the inscription “World Gathering of Holocaust Survivors, Israel, Sivan 5741”. At the bottom appears a stylized depiction of the globe, together with the English translation of the inscription and the date June 1981. Condition: Excellent.