10 New Sheqalim (Naomi Shemer) 5765 (2005) front 10 New Sheqalim (Naomi Shemer) 5765 (2005) back
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10 New Sheqalim Naomi Shemer

5765 (2005) year
Gold (.917) 16.96 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5765 (2005)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
10 New Sheqalim 10 ILS = USD 2.62
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Gold (.917)
Weight
16.96 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#88666
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Likeness of Naomi Shemer, two rows of border inscription to the left: "Your songs flow after you" and "Naomi Shemer 1930-2004" in Hebrew and English.

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
YOUR SONGS FLOW AFTER YOU - אחריך שיריך מפכים להם
NAOMI SHEMER 1930 - 2004 נעמי שמר

Engravers: Meir Eshel, Tidhar Dagan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Naomi Shemer was a prolific song writer and composer, by means of which she expressed her profound love of the beautiful landscapes of Israel.
Born in 1930 on Kibbutz Kinneret overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Naomi Shemer's exceptional musical talent was enhanced by the inspiration she drew from the magnificent surrounding views of the Lake and the Jordan Valley. Following her army service in the Nahal Entertainment Corps, she studied at the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem. She wrote numerous songs for the army entertainment groups and Israeli singers, in addition to composing music to many of the works of the Israeli poet Rachel. The peak of her career was reached with her "Jerusalem of Gold" song, which was composed prior to the unification of the city during the Six Day War in 1967. With the overwhelming popularity of the song in Israel and around the world, she became known as Israel's "First Lady of Song".
She had a unique ability to compose lyrics and melodies intertwined in perfect harmony. Her songs excel in linguistic complexity, stemming from Biblical and traditional sources while corresponding perfectly with contemporary language.
She was awarded the Israel Prize in 1987 for her contribution to music and was the recipient of four Honorary Doctorate degrees. Naomi Shemer passed away in June 2004, the Hebrew month of Tammuz. In the words of one of her songs: "How very sad it is to die in Tammuz".

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 10 New Sheqalim (Naomi Shemer) 5765 (2005) coin from Israel is that it features a unique design that honors the life and work of Naomi Shemer, a celebrated Israeli poet and songwriter. The coin's design includes an image of Shemer's face and a quote from one of her most famous songs, "Al Kol Eleh," which translates to "For All These." The coin's gold content and limited mintage also make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5765 (2005) מ 455 - - - - - -

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