5 New Sheqalim (Jericho) 5748 (1988) front 5 New Sheqalim (Jericho) 5748 (1988) back
5 New Sheqalim (Jericho) 5748 (1988) photo
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5 New Sheqalim Jericho

5748 (1988) year
Gold (.900) 8.63 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Israel
Period
State of Israel (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
5748 (1988)
Calendar
Hebrew
Value
5 New Sheqalim 5 ILS = USD 1.31
Currency
New Shekel (1986-date)
Composition
Gold (.900)
Weight
8.63 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Dodecagonal (12-sided)
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#88091
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The seven-branched candelabrum, a lulav and ethrog with the words "Peace in Israel" in Hebrew, as appears on the mosaic floor of the ancient Synagogue in Jericho. A rosette and pillars from the palace of the Khalif Hisham (724-743) and the pit, ruins of the round tower at Tel al-Sultan, sacred site of Jericho, dating from neolithic times. Palm trees allude to frequent biblical references to Jericho as "The City of Palm Trees". In the upper right-hand border, the word "Jericho" is inscribed in Hebrew and English.

Scripts: Hebrew, Latin

Lettering: יריחו JERICO

Engraver: Gideon Keich

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 New Sheqalim (Jericho) 5748 (1988) coin from Israel is that it features a unique design that showcases the ancient city of Jericho, which is believed to be one of the oldest continuously occupied cities in the world. The coin's design includes an image of the city's famous ancient walls and gates, as well as a depiction of a date palm tree, which is a symbol of prosperity and abundance in Jewish tradition. The coin's gold content and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5748 (1988) מ 4000 - - - - - -

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