Israel 2 New Sheqalim, 5748
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Information
Country
Israel
Israel
Currency
New Shekel
(1986 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
2 New Sheqalim
Year
5748
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Silver (.850)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
28.8
Diameter (mm)
37
Thickness (mm)
3
Description
2 New Sheqalim from Israel. Issued in 5748. Struck in Silver (.850). Measures 37 mm and weighs 28.8 g.
- Obverse
- Face value in Hebrew and English, "1 New Sheqel". To the left of the face value coin, the Israel State emblem, in the right-hand, the mint year, 1988 / 5748
- Reverse
- Figure "40". Within the "0" is a depiction of David Ben-Gurion reading the proclamation of independence, national flags and the portrait of Herzi in the background. Around the border is the inscription "ISRAEL'S 40th ANNIVERSARY" in English, Hebrew and Arabic
- Edge
- "Independence Day 5748" in ancient Hebrew script
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5748 (1988) | 9.1K | Proof |
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