© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
© Israel Coins and Medals Corp.
20 New Sheqalim The Western Wall
5771 (2011) year| Gold (.9999) | 31.1 g | 32.0 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 5771 (2011) |
| 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#86083 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
The Western Wall and, in the upper coin border, the word “Jerusalem” appears in English, Hebrew and Arabic.
Scripts: Arabic, Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
أورشليم JERUSALEM ירושלים
20
שקלים חדשים
NEW SHEQALIM
2011 התשע״א
1 OZ. FINE GOLD .9999 םאונקייה זהב טהור
Engravers: Igal Gabay, Tidhar Dagan
Edge
Plain
Comment
The Western Wall, which is the sole remnant of the Second Holy Temple in Jerusalem that was destroyed in 70 CE by the Romans, and whose location is close to where the Holy of Holies of the Temple stood. At this sacred place, the Divine Presence is said never to leave. People pray at the Wall 24 hours a day and leave pieces of paper with their prayers, within its crevices. Some 8 million people from all over the world visit the Western Wall each year, including Kings and Presidents.Interesting fact
The 20 New Sheqalim (The Western Wall) 5771 (2011) coin from Israel is unique in that it features a rare instance of a coin being struck with a .9999 gold purity, which is significantly higher than the standard .999 or .916 purity found in most gold coins. This makes it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and gold coin enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5771 (2011) ✡ | 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 Western Wall) 5771 (2011) coin.
