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100 Pruta
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 11.3 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 5709-5715 (1949-1955) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 100 Prutas (100 פרוטות) (0.100 ILP) |
| Currency | Pound (1949-1960) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 11.3 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 22 February 1980 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#2049 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value and date in Hebrew within wreath of stylized olive branches.
Script: Hebrew
Lettering:
100
פרוטה
תש"ט
Translation:
100
pruta
5709
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The 1949 minting is found with a metal-run in the bar extending to the wreath on the bottom of the reverse and is considered rare.The 1955 minting is found in a rare variety, with the obverse containing "clusters of dates" in the first and second fronds where they connect to the trunk of the tree.
Both varieties of the coin are found with and without "dash".
Date of issue: 25th of May, 1949
Interesting fact
The 100 Pruta coin from Israel, which was minted between 1949 and 1955, features an image of a palm tree on its obverse side. This design was chosen to symbolize the country's agricultural prosperity and growth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5709 (1949) | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 5715 (1955) | 5867674 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Pruta 5709-5715 (1949-1955) coin.
