2 New Sheqalim IX Paralympic Games in Barcelona
5752 (1992) year| Silver (.925) | 28.8 g | 38.7 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5752 (1992) |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#13520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
In the center, a stylized star of David. On the right, three of its angles form the outline of a sportsman in a starting position, on the left, two angles of the star form the outline of a stadium. Parallel lines on either side symbolize strength and movement. Around the lower border is the inscription "THE IX PARALYMPIC GAMES BARCELONA '92" . Around the upper border is the same inscription in Hebrew.
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
אולימפיאדת הנכים ברצלונה התשנ׳׳ב
50
THE IX PARALYMPIC GAMES BARCELONA '92
Engravers: Avraham Pat, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Milled
Comment
The Ninth Paralympic Games took place after the general Olympic Games in Barcelona, in early September 1992. Approximately 3,000 physically disabled athletes from 92 countries took part in 15 different sports. Her Majesty Queen Sofia of Spain served as Honorary President. Cheerful, friendly and full of energy "Petra" is the mascot of the games and symbolizes their spirit. The Paralympic Games have become a first-class sporting event, attracting both media and millions of sport fans around the world. The Barcelona Paralympic Games were the largest yet. Israeli athletes are rated among the best in the world in sports for the disabled. In 1976 Israel disabled athletes won 40 gold medals, proving that it is always possible to overcome physical disabilities.Interesting fact
The 2 New Sheqalim coin (5752, 1992) from Israel, which was issued to commemorate the IX Paralympic Games in Barcelona, features a unique design that incorporates Braille letters and numbers. This is the first time that Braille was used on a coin, making it a distinctive and innovative feature. The Braille letters and numbers are raised and can be read by touch, providing an inclusive and accessible way for visually impaired individuals to identify the coin.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5752 (1992) מ | 3718 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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