Lot 4922
Israel 32nd Anniversary of Independence by Marc Chagall, Privately Issued Gold Medal, 1979, 60mm. 93.3 gm. (3 troy oz.).917 fine. An absolutly magificent medal by one of the 20th century's great artists. Moses holds the tablets of the Ten Commandments next to a large menorah and a tree. This mystical symbolism relates to ancient well-springs from which flow the highest values of human life. Reverse inscription in Hebrew and English: "I the Lord have called thee in righteousness, and will hold thine hand and will keep thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people for a light of the nations." Purity and Swiss assayer mark on edge. Choice Brilliant Proof.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
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