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Judaica / Zionism - USA, Medal of the West Philadelphia Jewish Community Center, 1927 - Bronze medal issued to commemorate the dedication of the West Philadelphia Jewish Community Center, held June 12-19, 1927 (corresponding to Sivan 12-19, 5687). Obverse: Depicts the façade of the new building with the inscription: ”WEST PHILADELPHIA JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER”. Reverse: Features a Star of David above the inscription: ”A CENTER FOR ALL JEWISH ACTIVITIES DEDICATED JUNE 12-19, 1927 / SIVAN 12-19, 5687”, symbolizing the establishment of a hub for Jewish community and cultural life in Philadelphia. Weight: 10.916 g Diameter: 30 mm Metal: Bronze