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State Medal - Masada
| Location | Israel |
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| Year | 1971 |
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| Composition | Bronze |
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| Obverse description | The obverse depicts a high-relief panoramic view of the Masada rock fortress rising from its desert base, with indications of the Roman siege works at its foot. Above the mountain, a bold Hebrew legend in stylized raised lettering dominates the upper field, with the English translation "WE SHALL REMAIN FREE MEN" inscribed along the lower rim. |
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| Obverse lettering | בני חורין נשאר WE SHALL REMAIN FREE MEN |
| Reverse description | The reverse features a central raised circular medallion bearing the Hebrew inscription "Masada shall not fall again" in interlocking stylized lettering reminiscent of fortress towers. Surrounding the central device, the English legend "MASADA SHALL NOT FALL AGAIN" is inscribed in a circular band, and the entire rim is encircled by a continuous frieze of dynamic figures in relief depicting armed soldiers and participants in the excavation and restoration of Masada. |
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