Pre-Long Beach Auction #81

Israel. Jonathan Netanyahu (Operation Jonathan), State Gold Medal, 2001. 85 grams. 916.6 fine. 50 mm. Maximum mintage 90 pieces. For the 25th anniversary tribute to the leader of the dramatic rescue at the Entebbe Airport. All of those held were rescued, and the only casualty was Lt. Col. Jonathan Netanyahu. Fighter planes landing at the airport on the reverse. In original wood case. Choice Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimated Value $2,500 - 2,700