1 New Sheqel (Fox and Vineyard) 5756 (1996) front 1 New Sheqel (Fox and Vineyard) 5756 (1996) back
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1 New Sheqel Fox and Vineyard

5756 (1996) year
Silver (.925) 14.4 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5756 (1996)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
14.4 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#157123
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

A fox of the Land of Israel in a pouncing position, border inscription "the little foxes" with reference, "song of songs 2:15" in Hebrew and in English and the mint year "1995 / 5756".

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
התשנ"ו 1995
שועלים קטנים
שיר השירים ב•טו
song of songs 2:15
the little foxes

Engravers: Yaacov Enyedi, Tidhar Dagan

Edge

Plain

Comment

The Song of Songs is perhaps the most sublime love poem ever written. Attributed to King Solomon, the Song of Songs is regarded as a conversation between the Jewish People and God and an expression of God's deep and eternal love for Israel. Some take the poems at face value, as expressions of the innocent human love of shepherds and shepherdesses in the bosom of nature. All agree on the beauty of its poetry. The "Fox and Vineyard" Commemorative Coin is fifth in the "Flora and Fauna from the Song of Songs" Series. "Catch us the foxes, the little foxes that ruin the vineyards - for our vineyard is in blossom" (Song of Songs 2:15). This passage evokes an enchanting image of the Land of Israel with its vineyards in full bloom and cunning foxes running in and out of the paths.

Interesting fact

The Fox and Vineyard coin was designed by Israeli artist Yitzhak Kahan, and it features a unique blend of biblical and natural themes. On one side of the coin, there's an image of a fox, which represents cunning and cleverness, and on the other side, there's a vineyard, which symbolizes abundance and fertility. This coin is a beautiful representation of the rich history and culture of Israel, and it's a fascinating piece for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5756 (1996) ✡ 2438 - - - - - -

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