The 16th International Chess Olympiad

€354,698.00
LocationIsrael
Year1964
TypeCommemorative medals/Historical medal
CompositionTombac
Weight98 g
Diameter59 mm
Thickness
ShapeRound
TechniqueMilled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
EdgeLettering: The State
PeriodState of Israel (1948-date)
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Reference(s) ICMC#15063592
Obverse descriptionIn the center, a schematic symbol of the International Chess Federation - the globe, and in it the Latin motto: `Gens Una Sumus` (meaning, we are all one family). Around the globe, in Hebrew `Israel, 5725` and `Israel, 1964` in English. Around the rim, in Hebrew and French `16th Chess Olympiad`.
Obverse lettering
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Reverse description
Reverse letteringThe State emblem with the words `State of Israel` in Hebrew and English.
Reverse script
EngraverKretschmer Mint, Jerusalem,Israel
Moshe Hecht, Tel Aviv,Israel
Mintage1964  - - 2 923
Catalog ID4769264790
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