10 New Shekels The Twelve Spies
5779 (2019) year| Gold (.917) (Silver .040; Copper .043) | 16.96 g | 30 mm |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#237275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
In the center, an artistic representation of the spies, bringing the impressively large, choice fruits of the seven species of the Land of Israel to the Israelites, where they were encamped in the desert: "…a branch with one cluster of grapes, and they bore it on a bar between two, and pomegranates and figs" (Numbers 13:23). To the right in the upper border a stalk of wheat symbolizes another of the seven species, below right is an enormous pomegranate. To the left is a jug with milk flowing out of it, a depiction of the Land of Israel which is described 21 times in the Bible as "a land flowing with milk and honey".
Designer: Lilach Rubin
Edge
Milled
Comment
Following the Exodus from Egypt, the Children of Israel wandered in the desert on their way to the Promised Land, the Land of Canaan. In the second year, they reached the wilderness of Paran, where Moses made his decision in consultation with G-d to send men to spy out the Land. He appointed the head of each of the twelve tribes to explore the Land and conduct a survey of its cities and inhabitants.When the men returned after forty days, ten out of the twelve gave a negative report. While they gave a partially good report that the Land "flowed with milk and honey" and as evidence, showed the heavy cluster of grapes they had brought, they frightened the people with the rest of their report. They described the giants they had seen and told them that the land devours its inhabitants, that its people would be too strong for them. Alone, Joshua and Calev, had faith in G-d, believing that the Promised Land could only be good for them and that G-d would guard the people with miracles.
After hearing the report of the spies, the people wept and that day of weeping became Tisha B’Av, the ninth day of the Jewish month of Av, when both the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem would be destroyed, a day of weeping for the generations to come.
As punishment, it was to take the Israelites forty years to reach the Promised Land, corresponding to the forty-day trip of the spies, and only the younger generation was to have the merit of entering the Land.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design that represents the story of the Twelve Spies, who were sent by Moses to explore the land of Canaan and bring back a report of its fertility and inhabitants. The coin's design includes an image of a cluster of grapes, which symbolizes the abundance of the land, and a depiction of the twelve spies, each with their own distinctive features and expressions, signifying their diverse backgrounds and perspectives. This design not only showcases the rich history and culture of Israel but also adds a touch of beauty and significance to the coin, making it a valuable collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5779 (2019) מ | 555 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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