1 New Sheqel (Parting of the Red Sea) 5769 (2009) front 1 New Sheqel (Parting of the Red Sea) 5769 (2009) back
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1 New Sheqel Parting of the Red Sea

5769 (2009) year
Gold (.999) 1.244 g 13.92 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5769 (2009)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
1 New Sheqel 1 ILS = USD 0.26
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Gold (.999)
Weight
1.244 g
Diameter
13.92 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#81545
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

The parting of the sea and the safe passage of the Israelites, led by Moses, between the walls of the water to their right and left.

Engravers: Gideon Keich, Tidhar Dagan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Exodus from Egypt is a determining event in the history of the Jewish People and serves as a universal symbol of liberation from bondage and slavery for all mankind. It symbolizes the spirit of liberty and freedom, opposing the evil of enslavement and oppression, as expressed by the first Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi Kook: "the Exodus from Egypt will forever remain the springtime of the entire world."
This impressive coin depicts the remarkable scene of the parting of the sea and the miraculous passage from bondage to freedom. Pharoah, who had regretted his decision to let the people go, together with his Egyptian army, fled after the Children of Israel. It was the sea that prevented them from reaching the Jewish people, who were thus freed from bondage.

Interesting fact

The 1 New Sheqel (Parting of the Red Sea) 5769 (2009) coin from Israel is unique in that it features a 3D design, depicting the parting of the Red Sea, with the water on either side of the coin appearing to split and move apart, creating a sense of depth and dimensionality.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5769 (2009) מ 1896 - - - - - -

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