Israel 1 New Sheqel, 5766
Abraham and the three Angels
Information
Country
Israel
Israel
Currency
New Shekel
(1986 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 New Sheqel
Year
5766
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
1.244
Diameter (mm)
13.92
Description
1 New Sheqel from Israel. Issued in 5766. Struck in Gold (.999). Measures 13.92 mm and weighs 1.24 g.
- Obverse
- The face value in Hebrew and English, the State emblem, the word "Israel" in three languages and the mint year; heavenly stars appear to the left symbolizing the Divine promise to Abraham that his descendants will multiply as the stars of the heavens; the word "Abraham" is inscribed, in Hebrew, English and Arabic.
- Reverse
- Abraham greeting the three angels, while Sarah modestly joins in greeting from inside the tent.
- Edge
- Reeded
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5766 (2006) מ | 5K | התשסייז - Proof |
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