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Medal honors Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise

The Jewish-American Hall of Fame series of medals was launched 50 years ago under the direction of Mel Wacks, who continues to guide what is now the longest continuing series of art medals in the United States and perhaps the world. These medals were created by renowned medalists, such as Eugene Daub, designer of a dozen issues including the latest honoring Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise (1819-1900).
The 2-inch diameter Isaac Mayer Wise art medals are limited to no more than 150 bronze, 75 pure silver (3 oz

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