© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
10 New Sheqalim Solomon's Judgement
5756 (1996) year| Gold (.900) | 17.28 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5756 (1996) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 10 New Sheqalim 10 ILS = USD 2.62 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 17.28 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#236774 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
13th century French work depicting Solomon's Judgement
Designer: Oswald Adler
Edge
Milled
Comment
Solomon's Judgement is the second coin in the Biblical Art Coin Series devoted to famous works of art portraying Biblical subjects. The design is based upon a 13th century work taken from the "Miscellany" book by Rabbi David Kimhi (Radak), France, ca. 1280. It vividly depicts the famous scene of two women and a baby, each woman claiming to King Solomon that she is the baby's mother. The scene is known as the Judgement of Solomon and has become a symbol of the king's wisdom because of the brilliant way in which he solved the dilemma and discovered the baby's real mother. We still use the saying 'Judgement of Solomon" as a way of expressing the need to find a just solution to a dispute between two people.Obverse: Face value in Hebrew and English, 1 New Sheqel on the silver B.U. coin, 2 New Sheqalim on the Silver Proof Coin, 10 New Sheqalim on the Gold Coin, beneath the face value, the mint year and below, the word "ISRAEL in Hebrew, Arabic and English. Left is the State emblem and beneath it, a decorative element representing a crown, border inscription "Solomon's judgement•miscellany•France c.1280" in English and Hebrew.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 New Sheqalim (Solomon's Judgement) 5756 (1996) coin from Israel is that it features a unique design that represents the story of King Solomon's judgment, as mentioned in the Bible. The coin's design showcases two women standing before King Solomon, with a sword in his hand, symbolizing the wise judgment he rendered in the famous story. This design not only adds aesthetic value to the coin but also serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Israel.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5756 (1996) מ | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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