5 Lirot 5738-5739 (1978-1979) front 5 Lirot 5738-5739 (1978-1979) back
5 Lirot 5738-5739 (1978-1979) photo
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5 Lirot

 
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 11.2 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
5738-5739 (1978-1979)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
5 Israeli Pounds (לירות) (5&nbspILP)
Currency
Pound (1960-1980)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
11.2 g
Diameter
30 mm
Thickness
2.16 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
31 March 1984
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#3836
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Value flanked by stars

Script: Hebrew

Lettering:
5
לירות
ישראליות
תשל'ט

Edge

Plain

Comment

Date of issue: 21st of September, 1978

Of the coins dated 5739 (1979), 5,646,428 were minted in Jerusalem and 32,000,000 were minted by the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra.

Interesting fact

The 5 Lirot coin from Israel, minted in 1978-1979, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and historical heritage. On one side, the coin depicts a stylized image of a pomegranate, which is a symbol of fertility and abundance in Jewish tradition. The other side features the denomination and the State of Israel's emblem, which includes a menorah, an olive branch, and a citron. This coin is not only a legal tender but also a piece of art that showcases Israel's rich history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5738 (1978)  8350000 - - - - - -
5739 (1979)  37646428 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Lirot 5738-5739 (1978-1979) coin.