The Medallic Yearbook Medal Commemorating Sadat’s Visit to Jerusalem

1977

caption:
The back / reverse has in the upper center field a map of the world.  Curved around the upper rim is “THE MEDALLIC YEARBOOK - 1977”.  Written underneath the picture of the world is “NOVEMBER 19, 1977 / SADAT AND BEGIN MEET TO DISCUSS PEACE / Anwar Sadat, the president of Egypt, flew to Israel for peace talks with Israel’s Prime Minster Menahem Begin.  Their historic meeting renewed hope for a lasting peace in the Mid-East.” 
 

Identifer: CJF R 0117

Medium
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Topics
Commemorating Peace Between Israel and Egypt

Collection
Cincinnati Judaica Fund Research Collection

Description
This medal was issued in sterling silver (45mm - mintage unknown) as part of the Franklin Mint’s Medallic Yearbook in 1977.  The edge of the medal is marked with “475 GRAINS STERLING” and 4 makers’ marks. 
 

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