½ New Sheqel (Caesarea) 5749 (1989) front ½ New Sheqel (Caesarea) 5749 (1989) back
½ New Sheqel (Caesarea) 5749 (1989) photo
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½ New Sheqel Caesarea

5749 (1989) year
Silver (.850) 7.2 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5749 (1989)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
½ New Sheqel ½ ILS = USD 0.13
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Silver (.850)
Weight
7.2 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#68888
Rarity index
70%

Reverse

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering: CAESAREA

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The ½ New Sheqel (Caesarea) 5749 (1989) coin from Israel features a unique design that showcases the ancient city of Caesarea, which was a major port city in the Roman Empire. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the city's harbor, while the reverse side features a portrait of King Agrippa II, who ruled the city during the 1st century AD. This coin is a great example of how numismatics can provide a window into history and cultural heritage.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5749 (1989)  5865 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ New Sheqel (Caesarea) 5749 (1989) coin.