1 New Shekel The Twelve Spies
5779 (2019) year| Silver (.925) (Copper .075) | 14.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5779 (2019) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) (Copper .075) |
| Weight | 14.4 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#197072 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
N the center, an artistic representation of the spies, bringing the impressively large, choice fruits of the seven species of the Land of Israel to the Israelites, where they were encamped in the desert: "…a branch with one cluster of grapes, and they bore it on a bar between two, and pomegranates and figs" (Numbers 13:23). To the right in the upper border an olive branch symbolizes another of the seven species, below right is an enormous pomegranate. To the left is a jug with milk flowing out of it, a depiction of the Land of Israel which is described 21 times in the Bible as "a land flowing with milk and honey".
Engraver: Lilach Rubin
Interesting fact
The Twelve Spies coin design features a unique shape, with twelve sides, representing the twelve tribes of Israel. The coin's edges are also inscribed with the names of the twelve spies who were sent to explore the land of Canaan, as mentioned in the biblical book of Numbers. This design element adds a distinctive touch to the coin and serves as a reminder of the coin's thematic focus on Jewish history and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5779 (2019) ✡ | 1800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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