Israel 2 New Sheqalim, 5774

2 New Sheqalim from Israel. Issued in 5774. Struck in Silver (.999) (Copper .001). Measures 38.7 mm and weighs 31.1 g.

Obverse

Face Value, Israel State Emblem, "Israel" in English, Hebrew and Arabic, Mint Year and Mint Mark, a tenth century BCE incense altar from the early Israelite period in Tel Hazor.

Reverse

UNESCO and World Heritage Sites Emblems. Major archaeological findings at Tel Hazor: basalt lion orthostat from the Canaanite period, late Bronze Age, Royal fortress gate from the Israelite period, border inscription "Tel Hazor" in English, Hebrew and Arabic.

Edge

Reeded