© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
20 New Sheqalim The Menorah
5772 (2012) year| Gold (.9999) | 31.1 g | 32.0 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5772 (2012) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 20 New Sheqalim 20 ILS = USD 5.24 |
| Currency | New Shekel (1986-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.9999) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 32.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#86084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The Knesset Menorah with the Knesset Building in the background, "Jerusalem" in English, Hebrew and Arabic, Face Value, Mint Year. The Knesset Menorah with the Knesset Building in the background, "Jerusalem" in English, Hebrew and Arabic, Face Value, Mint Year. Around the lower border is the metal fineness and weight in Hebrew and English.
Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
أورشليم JERUSALEM ירושלים
20
שקלים חדשים
NEW SHEQALIM
2012 התשע״ב
1 OZ. FINE GOLD .9999 םאונקייה זהב טהור
Engravers: Ruben Nutels, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Plain
Comment
An impressive sculpted Menorah, created by the British Jewish sculptor of German origin, Benno Elkan, was donated to the Knesset (the Israeli Parliament), by the British Parliament, in 1956. It had taken six years to complete this masterpiece. Cast in bronze, the artistic 4.30m high Menorah stands today in the Rose Garden facing the Knesset Building in Jerusalem and has become a popular tourist attraction. Its sculpted decorations depict the turbulent history of Israel, the struggles of the people from exile to rebirth.The Menorah is first mentioned in the Book of Exodus, Chapter 25. Moses received precise instructions from G-d how to build the Menorah in pure gold, in one piece, and it was Bezalel the architect who actually constructed it.
This same Menorah accompanied the Children of Israel on their journey through the wilderness and was later moved to the Holy Temple in Jerusalem.
The Prophet Zechariah sees a Menorah in his prophetic visions (Zechariah 4:2-3). Here, the significance of the Menorah is explained by the words "Not by might, nor by power, but by My Spirit", meaning that spiritual force will prevail over physical power. These words are sculpted on the Knesset Menorah Monument.
In Hasmonean times (second to first century BCE), the Menorah appeared on the Jewish Coins and first served as a national symbol of the Jewish people. When the State of Israel was established in 1948, the Menorah became the main feature of the Israel State Emblem.
Interesting fact
The 20 New Sheqalim (The Menorah) 5772 (2012) coin from Israel is interesting because it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and culture. The coin's obverse side features a depiction of the Menorah, a symbol of Judaism and one of the most recognizable symbols of the Jewish faith. The reverse side of the coin features an image of the Seven Species, which are seven agricultural products that are considered sacred in Judaism. These species are wheat, barley, grapes, figs, pomegranates, olives, and dates. The inclusion of these symbols on the coin serves as a reminder of Israel's deep roots in Jewish tradition and heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5772 (2012) ✡ | 3600 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 New Sheqalim (The Menorah) 5772 (2012) coin.
