2 New Sheqalim (Education in Israel) 5761 (2001) front 2 New Sheqalim (Education in Israel) 5761 (2001) back
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2 New Sheqalim Education in Israel

5761 (2001) year
Silver (.925) 28.8 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5761 (2001)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
2 New Sheqalim 2 ILS = USD 0.52
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.8 g
Diameter
38.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#137983
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

A pomegranate symbolizes a person filled with knowledge, who is described as "as full as a pomegranate". Within the pomegranate, Stars of David symbolize the values of Judaism and history of the Jewish People; letters A and B on three languages and digits 1, 2 and 3 represent the basics of every course of study; symbols of agriculture, computers, archaeology, electronic communications and science represent the areas of higher education in which Israel excels, around the left-hand border, inscription "EDUCATION IN ISRAEL" in Hebrew and English.

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
החינוך בישראל
EDUCATION IN ISRAEL

Engravers: Asher Kalderon, Tidhar Dagan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Throughout the generations, education has been of foremost importance in Judaism. In our time, in recognition of the prime importance of education, the State of Israel constantly strives to provide maximum resources and ensure the highest quality of its teachers and attainment levels of its pupils.
This Independence Day, 53rd Anniversary, commemorative coin is a salute to all who take part in the essential work of education and to all of the diligent students dedicated to their studies.

Interesting fact

The 2 New Sheqalim coin (Education in Israel) 5761 (2001) from Israel features a unique design that represents the importance of education in Israeli culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a menorah, which symbolizes knowledge and enlightenment, while the reverse side features a picture of a child holding a book, signifying the next generation's thirst for learning. This coin was minted to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the State of Israel and to highlight the country's commitment to education and intellectual pursuits.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5761 (2001) מ 1847 - - - - - -

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