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XVII International Stoke-Mandeville Games
| Location | Israel |
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| Year | 1968 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a stylized globe design divided into segments by meridian and latitude lines, with the I.S.M.G. acronym at the top of the central field and the numeral '20' prominently displayed in relief below it. The Hebrew word 'ישראל' (Israel) appears within the lower portion of the central motif, flanked by Paralympic rings symbols on either side. The upper legend reads 'XVII INTERNATIONAL STOKE-MANDEVILLE GAMES' in Latin letters, while the lower legend carries the Hebrew inscription 'אולימפיאדת הנכים' (Paralympics). |
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| Obverse script | Hebrew, Latin |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays three interlocking wheelchair wheels arranged in a triangular composition in high relief, symbolizing unity among Paralympic athletes. The surrounding legend is divided into three segments reading 'FRIENDSHIP', 'UNITY', and 'SPORTSMANSHIP' in Latin letters. Along the lower rim, the inscription 'ISRAEL 1968' appears in Latin script alongside the Hebrew 'ישראל'. |
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