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10 Sheqalim
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 8 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 5742-5745 (1982-1985) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 10 Sheqalim (10 ILR) |
| Currency | Old Shekel (1980-1985) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 2.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 4 September 1986 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#921 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
Value flanked by stars
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
10
שקלים
SHEQALIM
התשמ׳׳ב
Translation:
10
Sheqalim
Sheqalim
5742
Engraver: Gabi Neumann
Edge
Plain
Comment
Date of Issue: 25th February, 1982Of the coins dated 5742 (1982), 18,084,123 were minted in Jerusalem and 18,000,000 were minted in Stuttgart.
Of the coins dated 5745 (1985), 15,864,436 were minted in Jerusalem and 10,000,000 were minted in Stuttgart.
Interesting fact
The 10 Sheqalim coin from Israel, minted between 1982 and 1985, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and religious heritage. On one side, the coin bears an image of a menorah, a symbol of Judaism and the seven-branched candelabrum used in Jewish worship. On the other side, the coin features a stylized image of a palm tree, which is a common motif in Israeli art and symbolizes peace and prosperity. This coin is a interesting example of how a country's currency can reflect its cultural and religious identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5742 (1982) | 36084123 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5742 (1982) ✡ | 19660 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5743 (1983) | 17850750 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5743 (1983) ✡ | 17478 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5744 (1984) | 31950200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5745 (1985) | 25864436 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5745 (1985) ✡ | 15224 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Sheqalim 5742-5745 (1982-1985) coin.
