1 New Sheqel Wildlife - Wild Goat
5761 (2001) year| Silver (.925) | 14.4 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5761 (2001) |
| 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 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#81664 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
A wild mountain goat standing on a rocky cliff; around the border, biblical verse "the rocks of the wild goats, I Samuel 24:2" in Hebrew and English and the mint year.
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Designer: Igal Gabay
Comment
The "Wild Goat" referred to in the Book of Samuel is characteristic of the rocky mountainous areas in Israel. Once an endangered species, the "Wild Goat" today is protected and can be seen roaming freely, as it did in biblical times, in the high rocks of the Negev Desert in the south of Israel.The Acacia Tree grows in southern Israel, in the dry Negev Desert and Arava region. So strong and resistant is the wood of the Acacia Tree, that it was used in building the Tabernacle and its holy ark. An impressive Acacia Tree is featured on the coin obverse.
Interesting fact
The Wild Goat coin is part of a series of non-circulating coins issued by the Bank of Israel to celebrate the country's wildlife. The series features a different animal each year, and the Wild Goat coin was issued in 2001. The coin's design features a depiction of a wild goat on one side and the State of Israel's emblem on the other. The coin was minted in a limited edition of 2,800 pieces, making it a rare and collectible item for coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5761 (2001) ✡︎ | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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