Israel 1 New Shekel, 5779
Nation of Innovation
Information
Country
Israel
Currency
New Shekel
(1986 – 9999)
Coin type
Non-circulating coin
Denomination
1 New Shekel
Year
5779
Ruler
State of Israel
(1948–9999)
Composition
Silver (.925) (Copper .075)
Shape
Round
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Milled
Weight (g)
14.4
Diameter (mm)
30
Description
1 New Shekel from Israel. Issued in 5779. Struck in Silver (.925) (Copper .075). Measures 30 mm and weighs 14.4 g.
- Obverse
- The Israel State Emblem, "Israel" in English, Hebrew and Arabic, "Independence Day 2019" in English and Hebrew and the face value. Seven stars allude to the 7 decades of the State of Israel and the horizon denotes Israel's innovative achievements which go far beyond the horizon, where "the sky is the limit".
- Reverse
- 6 symbols represent Israeli developments in the different innovation sectors. Clockwise: A rocket representing Israel's space program and research, a "disk-on-key" (USB Memory Stick) representing data storage for the computer, a solar panel signifying the use of solar energy, a water droplet – water technology, 3 leaves – agritech, a symbol representing Israeli car navigation techniques. Border inscription: "Innovation Nation" in English, Hebrew and Arabic.
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5779 (2019) ✡︎ | 1.8K |
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