© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
10 New Sheqalim Port of Caesarea - 2000 years
5755 (1995) year| Gold (.916) | 16.96 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5755 (1995) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 10 New Sheqalim 10 ILS = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.916) |
| Weight | 16.96 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#234100 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
An ancient boat typical of the Herodian period and representing the motif on a bronze Prutah Coin issued in the Herodian period, inscription "THE PORT OF CAESAREA – TWO MILLENNIA" in Hebrew and English
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering: THE PORT OF CAESAREA – TWO MILLENNIA
Designer: Gideon Keich
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Two thousand years ago, Herod built the most magnificent, advanced port in the ancient world and called it "Caesarea" after the Emperor Augustus Caesar. In honor of the Port, a bronze Prutah Coin was struck, depicting on one side a typical boat of the period and on the other, an anchor and Greek inscription "Of King Herod". Dating from 10 BCE, this coin served as the inspiration for the Commemorative Coin issued by the Bank of Israel to mark the 2000th Anniversaryof the Port of Caesarea.Towards the end of the Second Temple Period, Caesarea was considered the most beautiful of cities in the Land of Israel. Many Jews had settled in the city and were among the first to be massacred during the revolt against the Romans. The 2nd Century B.C.E. was witness to the renewal of the Jewish community in Caesarea until the destruction of the city in 639. The Crusaders conquered the city in 1102, fortifying it with surrounding walls and a secure fortress, but were defeated by the Mamluks in 1265. This marked the beginning of the end of Caesarea, left to be buried under mounds of sand.
The splendor of Caesarea was rediscovered by archeological excavations that uncovered remnants of its glorious past, including synagogues from the 4th through 7th centuries.
Interesting fact
The Port of Caesarea - 2000 years coin was issued to commemorate the 2000th anniversary of the founding of the city of Caesarea, which was established by King Herod the Great in 22 BC. The coin's design features a depiction of the ancient port, as well as the Roman aqueduct that brought water to the city. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a valuable and sought-after collector's item.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5755 (1995) מ | 927 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 New Sheqalim (Port of Caesarea - 2000 years) 5755 (1995) coin.
