10 New Shekels (The Nation of Innovation) 5779 (2019) front 10 New Shekels (The Nation of Innovation) 5779 (2019) back
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10 New Shekels The Nation of Innovation

5779 (2019) year
Gold (.917) (Silver .040; Copper .043) 16.96 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5779 (2019)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
10 New Sheqalim 10 ILS = USD 2.62
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Gold (.917) (Silver .040; Copper .043)
Weight
16.96 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#237273
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

6 symbols represent Israeli developments in the different innovation sectors.
Clockwise: A rocket representing Israel's space program and research, a "disk-on-key" (USB Memory Stick) representing data storage for the computer, a solar panel signifying the use of solar energy, a water droplet – water technology, 3 leaves – agritech, a symbol representing Israeli car navigation techniques. Border inscription: "Innovation Nation" in English, Hebrew and Arabic.

Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin

Designer: Meir Eshel

Edge

Milled

Comment

Israel is the world's "Innovation Nation".
From agritech solutions, computing and space technology to life-saving medical feats, the achievements attained by the State of Israel in just 71 years since its establishment are admirable. Israel has become one of the world's top locations for entrepreneurs and venture capitalists along with California's Silicon Valley and the economic capitals of Europe.

Modern Israel's innovations began in the first collective communities, or the ‘Kibbutzim', in which new immigrants from over 130 nations found themselves experimenting with new agricultural methods and creating Israel's first industries. Innovative spirit and the "Israeli brain" together with successful team-work, problem-solving and technical skills learned during military service have contributed to the success of Israeli entrepreneurs on a global scale. Israel's top educational institutions have also contributed by cultivating a knowledgeable nation of scientists, engineers, doctors and professors and among them, many researchers.

Israel's high concentration of Nobel Prize laureates in comparison to its relatively small population reflects its innovative achievements.

This year's Israel Independence Day Coin highlights the innovative sectors of the State, in particular space and computing technology, water, agriculture and solar energy.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that showcases Israel's commitment to innovation and technology. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of a computer chip, while the reverse side features a stylized image of a brain, symbolizing the country's focus on intellectual pursuits and innovation. This design sets the coin apart from other coins in the series and makes it a distinctive collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5779 (2019) מ 555 - - - - - -

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