Israel Official State Medal "Nature Reserves Authority" 1985 Bronze 59mm
Description:
Within its relatively small area, Israel comprises an astonishing variety of scenery and climes, harboring over 2,500 different species of plants, 350 varieties of birds, and 70 types of mammals. In order to preserve these extraordinary natural resources, the State of Israel has designated over 200 sites as nature reserves. The Israel Nature Reserves Authority has many achievements to its credit. Not the least is the preservation of the ibex and gazelle, species of which, not too long ago, were on the brink of extinction. They are to be seen in growing numbers in the hilly area of the country. The Authority has reintroduced biblical animals, such as the fallow deer, the addax, the oryx and the onager. Israel may soon be the only place in the world where the last three can be found. Wild irises, cyclamens and narcissi, which had become a rare sight, once again cover the fields.
Obverse:
On the obverse appear a Madonna Lily and the logo of the Nature Reserves (the head of an ibex).
Reverse:
The reverse shows a gazelle against a desert background with a predatory bird overhead. Around the edge is the quotation "All that I have created, I have created for thee" (Koheleth Rabba 7:28), in Hebrew and English.
Edge:
The emblem of the State of Israel, the words "State of Israel" in Hebrew and English, Serial number.
Metal: Bronze-Tombac Diameter: 59mm Weight: 98gm
Mintage: 2,683 medals.
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