Israel 10 New Sheqalim, 5774

David playing for Saul

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Israel Israel
Currency New Shekel (1986 – 9999)
Coin type Non-circulating coin
Denomination 10 New Sheqalim
Year 5774
Ruler State of Israel (1948–9999)
Composition Gold (.917)
Shape Round
Alignment Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique Milled
Weight (g) 16.96
Diameter (mm) 30

Description

10 New Sheqalim from Israel. Issued in 5774. Struck in Gold (.917). Measures 30 mm and weighs 16.96 g.

Obverse
Face Value, Israel State Emblem, "Israel" in English, Hebrew and Arabic, Mint Year and Mint Mark, a decoration symbolizing David's harp and border inscription "David playing for Saul" in English, Hebrew and Arabic.
Reverse
David is depicted playing the harp for Saul. The figure of Saul, from whom the kingship had already been taken away is depicted in the background by an outline, while David the young shepherd who is to become king, is represented in the foreground in solid sculpted form.
Edge
Reeded

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
5774 (2014) מ 555 התשע"ד Proof

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