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State Medal - Masada
| Location | Israel |
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| Year | 2000 |
| Type | Medal |
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| Obverse description | A detailed relief depiction of the Masada plateau fortress rising from its rocky base, with evidence of the Roman siege works visible at the foot of the mountain. Above the summit, a bold Hebrew legend in high relief reading 'We shall remain free men' from Elazar Ben Yair's speech, with the English translation 'WE SHALL REMAIN FREE MEN' inscribed along the lower rim. |
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| Obverse script | Hebrew/Latin |
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| Reverse description | The central field features a circular shield bearing the Hebrew inscription 'Masada shall not fall again' rendered in stylized tower-like lettering evocative of fortress battlements. Surrounding the shield, the English legend 'MASADA SHALL NOT FALL AGAIN' arcs around the inner field. The broad outer band is decorated with a continuous frieze in low relief depicting figures of armed soldiers alternating with excavation and restoration workers, referencing both the ancient defenders and modern archaeological efforts at Masada. |
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