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Rare Etzel IZL 1943-1948 Medal Ribbon Bar Wounded Flower Device Award Certificate

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Rare Original Etzel (Irgun Zvai Leumi – IZL) Fighters Association Medal Set

An original and highly collectible Etzel (Irgun Zvai Leumi) medal group awarded by the Association of Etzel Veterans to commemorate participation in the struggle for the establishment of the State of Israel during 1943–1948.

This attractive set includes:

• Original Etzel 1943–1948 commemorative medal
• Original ribbon
• Original ribbon bar
• Red flower clasp (wound device) indicating the recipient was wounded in action
• Original award certificate issued by the Association of Etzel Veterans

The obverse of the medal depicts the Etzel emblem, the years 1943–1948, and the inscription commemorating Israel's War of Independence. The reverse bears the famous Etzel motto "Rak Kach" ("Only Thus") together with the organization's emblem.

The presence of the official red wounded-in-action flower device significantly enhances the historical and collectible appeal of this medal group, making it a particularly desirable example for serious collectors.

An outstanding piece of early Israeli military and Zionist history, ideal for collections of:

• Israeliana
• Etzel / Irgun memorabilia
• Israeli War of Independence
• Military medals and decorations
• Jewish historical artifacts
• Zionist history
• Veteran awards

Condition

Good vintage condition with expected signs of age and use. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

A scarce and increasingly difficult-to-find complete Etzel medal set with its original certificate and wounded-in-action device.

Item Specifics

• Organization: Association of Etzel Veterans (Irgun Zvai Leumi)
• Type: Commemorative Medal Set
• Conflict: Israeli War of Independence
• Years: 1943–1948
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Israel
• Original/Reproduction: Original
• Material: Silvered Metal & Fabric
• Features: Original Ribbon, Ribbon Bar, Wounded Flower Device, Award Certificate
• Theme: Israeliana, Military History, Zionist History
• Era: Mid-20th Century

Search Keywords

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