Israel 5 Lirot, 5721
Independence - Bar Mitzvah
Information
Country
Israel
Israel
Currency
Pound
(1949 – 1960)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
5 Israeli Pounds
Year
5721
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Silver (.900)
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
25
Diameter (mm)
34
Demonetized
23 February 1980
Description
5 Israeli Pounds from Israel. Issued in 5721. Struck in Silver (.900). Measures 34 mm and weighs 25 g.
- Obverse
- An olive branch bearing ten leaves and three olives, (13) representing Bar Mitzvah and thirteen Years of Israel Statehood. Israel in Hebrew & Arabic Hebrew Date 1961 / 5721 (Israel 5721 1961 5 Israeli Lirot)
- Reverse
- Stylized reproduction of a Holy Ark as depicted on a gold-glass vessel painted in the 13th century AD, and presently owned by the Vatican. Inside the Ark, Torah scrolls are visible, and steps lead up to its doors. (Bar Mitzvah)
- Edge
- Inscribed (Thirteenth year of the State of Israel)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5721 (1961) | 19.4K | תשכ"א | 93% | |
| 5721 (1961) מ | 4.5K | תשכ"א (Proof) | 15% |
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