Israel - Kinetic Medal
59.0 mm, 55 g, Bronze Tombac
SKU
15149592
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Specifications
Issuing Year | 1987 |
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Material | Bronze |
Fineness | Tombac |
Weight | 55 g |
Diameter | 59.0 mm |
Max Mintage | 1,701 |
Design | Nairn Basson |
The kinetic medal was artist Na'im Basson's invention. Instead of the usual single-pieced medal, he created one with several pieces set together, making it possible to rotate it and change its form. This marked a first as it created a dimension that had not yet existed in coins and medals.
"Israel" Model
Kinetic medal consisting of three mobile parts: A square with a Star of David on one side and a stylized Menorah on the other. The square rotates within the inner space of a hexagonal form. The hectagon rotates within a ring, which bears the signature of artist.
"Dove" Model
Kinetic medal consisting of two mobile parts: A dove joined to a ring and rotating within it.
Edge
The emblem of the State of Israel and the words "State of Israel" in Hebrew and English and a serial number. On the gold medals - G585 and on the silver medals - Sterling 925
Designer
Nairn Basson
Mint
Danro
Issue Name: Israel & Dove Kinetic Medal
Series Name: Memorials & Commemorative
Catalog SKU | Condition | Diameter | Issue Price | Issuing Year | Material | Quantity | Weight |
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15150593 | 59.0 mm | 37 NIS | 1987 | Bronze Tombac | 1232 | 60 g | |
25149502 | 50.0 mm | 99 NIS | 1987 | Silver/925 | x | 40 g | |
15149592 | 59.0 mm | 37 NIS | 1987 | Bronze Tombac | 1701 | 55 g |