Rare Israel Atomic Energy Commission Medal – Negev Nuclear Research Center (Dimona) – 60mm, with Bonus Pen
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Description
Rare and historically significant Israeli medal issued by the Israel Atomic Energy Commission as an official award of appreciation for years of service at the Negev Nuclear Research Center (Dimona). This medal was not issued to the public and was awarded exclusively to employees of the nuclear research facility, making it a highly collectible and scarce item.
Comes with a complimentary Israel Atomic Energy Commission pen, included free with the medal.
Details:
• Issuing Authority: Israel Atomic Energy Commission
• Institution: Negev Nuclear Research Center (Dimona)
• Purpose: Official service appreciation award
• Diameter: approx. 59.6 mm
• Material: metal (silver-tone alloy)
• Period: estimated 1960s-1980s
Design:
• Front: Camel standing in a desert landscape, symbolizing the Negev and the isolated desert environment of the facility
• Reverse: Atomic symbol combined with a sabra (prickly pear cactus), representing advanced nuclear research alongside Israeli identity and roots
• Hebrew inscriptions identifying the issuing authority and institution
Condition:
Very good condition for its age, with light surface marks consistent with normal handling.
Please refer to photos for exact condition.