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1 New Sheqel Hanukka - Hanukka Lamp from Persia
5750 (1989) year| Silver (.850) | 14.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5750 (1989) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.850) |
| Weight | 14.4 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13512 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 72% |
Reverse
A round stone Hanukka Lamp from Persia dating from the beginning of the 17th century, (according to ancient tradition, this Hanukka Lamp dates from as far back as the time of the Babylonian Talmud); from the collection of Mr. Yitzhak Einhorn. Below, the Hebrew words "Ancient Hanukka Lamp from Persia".
Script: Hebrew
Lettering: חנוכיה קדומה מפרס
Engravers: Assaf Berg, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Plain
Comment
For over 2,000 years, Jews in Iran led industrious lives. They enjoyed periods of prosperity but also some of the worst persecutions of Jews in Moslem lands. Iranian Jewry produced distinguished Jewish poets. philosophers and thinkers. Over the generations, the Jewish community in Iran declined from half a million in the 12th century to 25,000 at the end of the 1980s. Congregations were destroyed (such as Tabriz at the end of the 18th century), and others were forced to adopt Islam (Mashhad, March 1839). Zionism imbued Iran's Jews with a sense of pride and hope for redemption, which became a reality with the creation of the State of Israel and the immigration of 60,000. After the Islamic Revolution (1979), 50,000 more Jews left Iran.Interesting fact
The Hanukka Lamp from Persia coin was designed by Israeli artist and sculptor, David Shapira. The coin's design features a depiction of a Hanukkah lamp, which is a traditional Jewish symbol of the holiday of Hanukkah. The lamp is surrounded by intricate details and patterns, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the Jewish people. The coin's design is not only visually stunning but also symbolizes the resilience and faith of the Jewish community.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5750 (1989) ✡ | 6171 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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