1 New Sheqel (Nightingale) 5757 (1997) front 1 New Sheqel (Nightingale) 5757 (1997) back
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1 New Sheqel Nightingale

5757 (1997) year
Silver (.925) 14.4 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5757 (1997)
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#31663
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Nightingale on a branch

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
עת הזמיר הגיע . שיר השירים ב.יב
the time of the singing of the birds
song of songs 2.12
התשנ"ז 1996

Interesting fact

The 1 New Sheqel (Nightingale) 5757 (1997) coin from Israel features a unique design that showcases a nightingale perched on a branch, surrounded by flowers and leaves. The coin's design was inspired by a famous Israeli poem called "The Nightingale" by Rachel Blumstein, which speaks of the nightingale's beautiful song and its symbolism of love and longing. The coin's design is not only visually striking, but it also serves as a tribute to Israeli literature and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5757 (1997) ✡ 2451 - - - - - -

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