© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
1 New Sheqel Jaffa
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 | Dodecagonal (12-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#13511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 70% |
Reverse
Silhouette of the Port of Jaffa as seen from the sea, the lighthouse and its beams, sailboat and typical houses. In the upper border, "JAFFA" in Hebrew and English.
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering: JAFFA יפו
Engravers: Ehud Shafrir, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Few cities in the world can boast a history as long and colorful as that of Jaffa. It is one of the oldest cities in the world surviving to this day, and became famous even before Jerusalem. The land called Canaan, later Israel, is located at the meeting-point of three continents: Asia, Africa and Europe. Every trade route and conquering army had to pass through this land, and Jaffa served as its major Mediterranean port. The Bible tells us of Jonah who fled from Jaffa; Greek mythology recounts how Perseus saved Andromeda here. The Crusaders saw in Jaffa the port nearest Jerusalem. The world-famous citrus produce of Israel bears this city's name. In 1909, residents of Jaffa established the City of Tel Aviv. Today old Jaffa is united with Tel Aviv and a center of arts.Interesting fact
The 1 New Sheqel (Jaffa) 5750 (1989) coin from Israel features a unique design that showcases the ancient city of Jaffa, which is now a part of Tel Aviv. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the city's famous clock tower, while the reverse side features a picture of a citrus tree, which is a nod to Jaffa's historic role as a major citrus fruit producer. The coin's design was created by the Israeli artist and sculptor, Yitzhak Kohen.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5750 (1989) מ | 4844 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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