2 New Sheqalim (Military Reserves) 5768 (2008) front 2 New Sheqalim (Military Reserves) 5768 (2008) back
2 New Sheqalim (Military Reserves) 5768 (2008) photo
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2 New Sheqalim Military Reserves

5768 (2008) year
Silver (.925) 28.8 g 38.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5768 (2008)
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#88668
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

A soldier's ID tag with the Hebrew letter "tzadi" (the Hebrew letter appearing inside a triangle on every "call-up order"); a small teddy bear representing the yearning for home and family left behind; the inscription "Reservists in Israel" in Hebrew, English and Arabic appears along the border of the coin.

Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin

Lettering:
RESERVISTS IN ISRAEL
⠂המשרתים במילואים בישראל ⠂
قوات الإحتياط في إسرائيل

Engravers: Meir Eshel, Tidhar Dagan

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Since the establishment of the State of Israel, reserve units have been a fundamental part of the strength and might of the Israel Defense Forces. The strength of the reserve units is first and foremost due to the quality of the soldiers, men and women, serving out of a sense of purpose and commitment to their comrades, their unit and their country. Reserve soldiers are ready to report for immediate service, leaving behind their business, job, academic and family responsibilities, in order to join the ranks of the active defense forces in times of crisis.
Reserve units have participated in all of Israel's wars and on all fronts. These men and women have displayed high levels of motivation and professionalism, serving alongside the regular army units.

Interesting fact

The 2 New Sheqalim (Military Reserves) 5768 (2008) coin from Israel features a unique design that highlights the country's military history and heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a soldier in full gear, while the reverse side features a representation of the Israeli military's emblem, which includes a Menorah, a Torah scroll, and an olive branch. This design serves as a symbol of the country's strong military tradition and its commitment to defending its values and freedoms.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5768 (2008) מ 481 - - - - - -

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