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10 Lirot Pidyon Haben
5734 (1974) year| Silver (.900) | 26 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5734 (1974) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 10 Israeli Pounds (לירות) (10 ILP) |
| Currency | Pound (1960-1980) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 2.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#31154 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 35% |
Reverse
Artistic
design within oblong circle
Script: Hebrew
Lettering:
מטבע פדיון הבן
כל בכור בניך תפדה
Edge
Plain: KM#76.1
Reeded: KM#76.2
Interesting fact
The 10 Lirot (Pidyon Haben) 5734 (1974) coin from Israel was designed by sculptor and coin designer, Yitzhak Danziger. Danziger was a well-known artist in Israel, and his designs were often used on coins and stamps. The coin features a depiction of a baby boy, symbolizing the tradition of Pidyon Haben, which is a Jewish ritual where the firstborn son is redeemed from a Kohen (a Jewish priest) with a payment of 10 Lirot. The coin's design is a unique representation of this tradition and adds to its cultural and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5734 (1974) | 44348 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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