Israel. A Medal of Distinguished Service
Item #W5167
$67
(עיטור המופת) Instituted in 1970. Silver with artificial patination, illustrating a sword and an olive branch, symbolizing controlled strength, measuring 36.3 mm (w) x 41.2 mm (h), the medal affixed to a royal blue ribbon via a nut and bolt combination, the ribbon suspended from a hanger with pinback, extremely fine.
Footnote: The medal was instituted in 1970 by act of law in the Knesset and could also be awarded also for actions performed before 1970. It is awarded for an act of exemplary bravery in the line of duty. To date, 601 medals have been awarded, the last in 2015. Five recipients have been awarded the medal twice. The medal is minted by the Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation, it is made from 25 gram silver/935 and the hanger is chrome plated metal.