½ New Sheqel (Foundation; Piedfort) 5748 (1988) front ½ New Sheqel (Foundation; Piedfort) 5748 (1988) back
½ New Sheqel (Foundation; Piedfort) 5748 (1988) photo
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½ New Sheqel Foundation; Piedfort

5748 (1988) year
Nickel 16 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5748 (1988)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
½ New Sheqel ½ ILS = USD 0.13
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
16 g
Diameter
26 mm
Thickness
3.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#49133
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Value and year

Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
اسرائيل . ISRAEL . התשמ"ח . ישראל
1
-
2
שקל
חדש
NEW SHEQEL
מ' שנים לישראל

Interesting fact

The ½ New Sheqel (Foundation; Piedfort) 5748 (1988) coin from Israel is a rare and unique coin that was minted to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the State of Israel. It features a striking design that showcases the country's history and culture, and its nickel composition gives it a distinctive silver-gray color that sets it apart from other coins. Additionally, its weight of 16 grams makes it a substantial coin that feels solid in the hand, making it a popular choice among collectors.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5748 (1988) ✡ 12027 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ New Sheqel (Foundation; Piedfort) 5748 (1988) coin.