Blessed be the Healer
59.0 mm, 98 g, Bronze Tombac
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15099593
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Specifications
| Issuing Year | 1984 |
|---|---|
| Material | Bronze |
| Fineness | Tombac |
| Weight | 98 g |
| Diameter | 59.0 mm |
| Design | Zvi Narkiss |
Blessed be the Healer
State Medal, 5744-1984
The tradition of visiting the sick has its roots both in the Bible and in the Talmud. It is a Jewish custom on seeing a friend who has recovered from a sickness to recite the blessing: "Blessed be the Healer of the sick".
Obverse: In the center, a stylized design of the sun shining as a symbol of righteousness and healing, and a young branch expressing growth and freshness. On the rim, the verse in Hebrew and English, "and thy health shall spring forth speedily" (Isaiah 58:8).
Reverse: The blessing recited by every Jew on seeing a friend who has recovered from an illness: "Blessed be the Healer of the sick" in Hebrew and English.
Edge: Gold medals - milled. Silver and bronze medals - the words "State of Israel" in Hebrew and English, the emblem of the State of Israel and a serial number.
Serialization: All the medals are numbered
Designer: Zvi Narkiss
Engraving: Tidhar Dagan
Mint: Gold and Bronze - Hecht Silver - The Government Mint, Jerusalem.
Issue Name: Blessed be the Healer
Series Name: Congratulations
| Catalog SKU | Condition | Diameter | Issuing Year | Material | Weight | Issue Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35099149 | 14.0 mm | 1994 | Gold/585 | 2.05 g | x | |
| 35099123 | 12.5 mm | 1994 | Gold/585 | 1 g | x | |
| 35099181 | 18.0 mm | 1984 | Gold/750 | 4.4 g | 10,965 IS | |
| 25099155 | 15.0 mm | 1994 | Silver/999 | 1.5 g | x | |
| 25099341 | 34.0 mm | 1984 | Silver/935 | 22 g | 2,825 IS | |
| 15099593 | 59.0 mm | 1984 | Bronze Tombac | 98 g | 835 IS |
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