5 New Agorot 5740-5745 (1980-1985) front 5 New Agorot 5740-5745 (1980-1985) back
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5 New Agorot

 
Aluminium (Aluminium 97%, Magnesium 3%) 0.9 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
5740-5745 (1980-1985)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
5 New Agorot (0.05&nbspILR)
Currency
Old Shekel (1980-1985)
Composition
Aluminium (Aluminium 97%, Magnesium 3%)
Weight
0.9 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Thickness
1.48 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
24 March 1984
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#1722
Rarity index
6%

Reverse

Value above year

Script: Hebrew

Lettering:
5
אגורות
חדשות
תש"ם

Translation: 5 New Agorot 5740 (1980)

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Date of Issue: 24th February, 1980

Interesting fact

The 5 New Agorot coin from Israel, which was minted between 1980 and 1985, features a unique design that reflects the country's cultural and historical heritage. On one side of the coin, there is an image of a pomegranate, which is a symbol of fertility and abundance in Jewish tradition. On the other side, there is a depiction of the Seven Species, which are seven agricultural products that are mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as being abundant in the Land of Israel. 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 rich history and cultural identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5740 (1980)  69532000 - - - - - -
5741 (1981)  1000000 - - - - - -
5742 (1982)  5000000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 New Agorot 5740-5745 (1980-1985) coin.