2 New Sheqalim Independence
5748 (1988) year| Silver (.850) | 28.8 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5748 (1988) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 2 New Sheqalim 2 ILS = USD 0.52 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.850) |
| Weight | 28.8 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#63320 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Figure "40". Within the "0" is a depiction of David Ben-Gurion reading the proclamation of independence, national flags and the portrait of Herzi in the background. Around the border is the inscription "ISRAEL'S 40th ANNIVERSARY" in English, Hebrew and Arabic
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
ISRAEL'S 40TH ANNIVERSARY
40
Engravers: Tidhar Dagan, Ruben Nutels
Edge
"Independence Day 5748" in ancient Hebrew script
Comment
On 5 lyar 5708, 1878 years after the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem by the Romans and 51 years after the First Zionist Congress in Basel under the leadership of Theodore Herzl, visionary of the Jewish State, the National Committee, headed by David Ben-Gurion, proclaimed political, economic and cultural independence. Earlier, over a period ot 60 years, during the Ottoman period and period of the British Mandate, thousands of pioneers had arrived in the Land of Israel from all parts of the Diaspora in order to work the land and make the wasteland bloom. They established farms and towns and during 40 years of independence, the small country of 650,000 people grew to 4,000,000. As Herzl stated: "if you will it, it is no dream".
Interesting fact
The 2 New Sheqalim (Independence) 5748 (1988) coin from Israel features a unique design that symbolizes the country's independence and freedom. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of the State of Israel, while the reverse side features a menorah, which is a symbol of Jewish tradition and culture. The use of the menorah on the coin serves as a reminder of the country's rich history and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5748 (1988) | 9100 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 New Sheqalim (Independence) 5748 (1988) coin.
