Israel 5 Sheqalim, 5744
Valley of Kidron
Information
Country
Israel
Israel
Currency
Old Shekel
(1980 – 1985)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
5 Sheqalim
Year
5744
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
8.63
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Sheqalim from Israel. Issued in 5744. Struck in Gold (.900). Measures 22 mm and weighs 8.63 g.
- Obverse
- The face value in Hebrew and Latin characters. The emblem of the State of Israel, word "Israel" in Hebrew, English and Arabic and the mint year.
- Reverse
- Kidron Valley Monuments, stressing Absolom's Tomb, Olive trees allude to the Mt. of Olives (Gethsemane). In the background, the hills of Jerusalem and the Old City walls. The words "Valley of Kidron" in English and Hebrew.
- Edge
- Milled
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5744 (1984) מ | 2.6K | התשמ"ה - Proof |
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