Israel 1 New Sheqel, 5769

Independence - Birds of Israel

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Israel Israel
Currency New Shekel (1986 – 9999)
Coin type Non-circulating coin
Denomination 1 New Sheqel
Year 5769
Ruler State of Israel (1948–9999)
Composition Silver (.925)
Shape Round
Alignment Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 14.4
Diameter (mm) 30

Description

1 New Sheqel from Israel. Issued in 5769. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 30 mm and weighs 14.4 g.

Obverse
The face value in Hebrew and English, the State emblem and the word "Israel" in three languages; an image of the Finch to the right. The words "Independence Day 2009" appear along the border in Hebrew and English.
Reverse
The top three birds in "National Bird of Israel" competition: The winning Hoopoe and the two runner-ups, the Warbler and the Finch; the words "Birds of Israel" are inscribed along the border in Hebrew, English and Arabic.
Edge
Plain

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
5769 (2009) ✡ 790 החשס"ט - Prooflike

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