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1 New Sheqel Independence - Higher education
5766 (2006) year| Silver (.925) | 14.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5766 (2006) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#87855 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
The coin depicts a collection of symbols from different disciplines: natural sciences, humanities, technology, mathematics and so on, combined together in a "world" shaped like the graduation cap traditionally worn by college students during the graduation ceremony. Along the border of the coin, the words "HIGHER EDUCATION IN ISRAEL" in Hebrew and English.
Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
التعليم العالي في إسرائيل -
HIGHER EDUCATION IN ISRAEL -
ההשכלה הגבוהה בישראל
Engravers: Galia Erez, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Milled
Comment
This Independence Day Coin is a salute to Higher Education in Israel – upon which the country's strength, prosperity and radiance are highly dependent. Curiosity, freedom and creativity characterize higher education in Israel and the initial foundations were laid long before the establishment of the State. Israel has reached impressive, international achievements in a variety of fields, including being awarded several Nobel Prizes.There are currently 60 institutions of higher education throughout the country and an increase in the number of students enrolled in doctoral programs has been noted. Women comprise over 50% of the students enrolled in master degree programs. The academic disciplines most in demand include law, electrical engineering and electronics, economics, computer sciences, medicine, psychology, education and nursing.
Interesting fact
The 1 New Sheqel (Independence - Higher education) 5766 (2006) coin from Israel features a unique design that represents the country's commitment to higher education. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a menorah, which symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, while the reverse side features an image of a student holding a book, signifying the importance of education in Israeli society. This coin was minted to commemorate Israel's 58th Independence Day and to highlight the country's emphasis on education as a fundamental pillar of its society.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5766 (2006) ✡ | 737 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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