© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
1 New Sheqel Moses and the Ten Commandments
5765 (2005) year| Silver (.925) | 14.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5765 (2005) |
| 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#94468 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Image of Moses, wrapped in an aura of radiance, embracing the Tablets inscribed with the first word of each of the Ten Commandments.
Engravers: Gideon Keich, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Plain
Comment
Among his opening words in the Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israel, David Ben Gurion declared that the Jewish People "gave the eternal Book of Books to the world".The Torah, the most valued treasure of the Jewish People, was given to us through Moses, the greatest prophet. The image of Moses holding the Tablets of the Law as he descends mount Sinai is depicted on the coin, symbolizing the basis of our existence as a nation and the foundation of human ethics for all monotheistic religions. This impressive coin conveys the glory and majesty of the giving of the Torah at mount Sinai.
In 2005, it was awarded with first prize as the "Most Inspirational Coin" in the Coin of the Year Competition, organized annually by the large numismatic publishing house, Krause Publications.
Interesting fact
The Moses and the Ten Commandments coin was designed by Israeli artist and sculptor, David Roytman. The coin features a depiction of Moses holding the Ten Commandments, with the Hebrew inscription "Aseret Ha-Dibrot" (Ten Commandments) above him. The reverse side of the coin features the State of Israel's emblem, surrounded by the inscription "Yisrael" (Israel) in Hebrew. It's worth noting that the coin was issued as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5765 (2005) ✡ | 1400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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