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½ New Sheqel Hanukkah - Early American Lamp
5755 (1996) year| Aluminium bronze | 6.56 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5755 (1996) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | ½ New Sheqel ½ ILS = USD 0.13 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze |
| Weight | 6.56 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.93 mm |
| Shape | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#44329 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Early American lamp
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
EARLY AMERICAN HANUKKAH LAMP
חנוקיה קדומה מאה"ב
Comment
Minted with official mintset "American Jewry The Liberty Connection" limited edition 12,000 setsInteresting fact
The Hanukkah - Early American Lamp coin was designed by Israeli artist and sculptor, David Shapira. The coin features an image of a traditional Hanukkah menorah alongside an early American lamp, symbolizing the connection between the Jewish tradition of lighting the Hanukkah candles and the American values of freedom and democracy. The coin's design is meant to represent the idea of light and enlightenment, which is a central theme in both Hanukkah and American culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5755 (1996) | 12000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ New Sheqel (Hanukkah - Early American Lamp) 5755 (1996) coin.
