© January First-of-May
© January First-of-May
1 New Shekel
5782 (2022) year| Nickel plated steel | 3.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 5782 (2022) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Nickel plated steel |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#376574 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 57% |
Reverse
The denomination "1 New Shekel" in Hebrew, Arabic and English; the date in Hebrew; "Israel" in Hebrew, Arabic, and English.
Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
اسرائيل • ISRAEL • התשפ"ב • ישראל
1
שקל
חדש
NEW SHEKEL • شيكل جديد
Translation:
Israel Israel Israel 5782
1
New Shekel
New Shekel New Shekel
Engraver: Gabi Neumann
Edge
Plain
Comment
Updated inscriptions compared to the previous types; added Arabic translation of denomination and changed English translation. Part of a general update of Israeli coinage.Interesting fact
The 1 New Shekel 5782 (2022) coin from Israel features a unique design that reflects the country's rich history and culture. On one side of the coin, you'll find an image of a pomegranate, which is a symbol of fertility and abundance in Jewish tradition. The pomegranate is also a reference to the biblical story of Exodus, where it's described as one of the fruits that the Israelites took with them when they left Egypt. On the other side of the coin, you'll find the denomination "1 New Shekel" in Hebrew and Arabic, along with the year "5782" in the Hebrew calendar. This coin is a great example of how currency can serve as a reflection of a nation's identity and heritage.
