Israel 2 New Sheqalim, 5769
Independence - Birds of Israel
Information
Country
Israel
Israel
Currency
New Shekel
(1986 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
2 New Sheqalim
Year
5769
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
28.8
Diameter (mm)
38.7
Description
2 New Sheqalim from Israel. Issued in 5769. Struck in Silver (.925). Measures 38.7 mm and weighs 28.8 g.
- Obverse
- The face value in Hebrew and English, the State emblem and the word "Israel" in three languages; an image of the Hoopoe 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
- Reeded
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5769 (2009) מ | 2.8K | החשס"ט - Proof |
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