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50 Sheqalim David Ben Gurion
5745 (1985) year| Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) | 9 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Israel |
|---|---|
| Period | State of Israel (1948-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 5745 (1985) |
| Calendar | Hebrew |
| Value | 50 Sheqalim (50 ILR) |
| Currency | Old Shekel (1980-1985) |
| Composition | Aluminium bronze (92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel) |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 4 September 1986 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#2056 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 13% |
Reverse
The denomination "50 Sheqalim" in Hebrew and English between two stars; the date in Hebrew.
Scripts: Hebrew, Latin
Lettering:
50
שקלים
SHEQALIM
התשמ"ד
Engraver: Nathan Karp
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 50 Sheqalim coin featuring David Ben Gurion was the first circulating commemorative coin issued by the Bank of Israel in 1985. It was released as part of a series of coins celebrating prominent figures in Israeli history and culture. The coin's design features a portrait of David Ben Gurion, Israel's first Prime Minister, on one side, and the Israeli coat of arms on the other. The coin's unique blend of copper, aluminum, and nickel makes it stand out from other coins in circulation at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5745 (1985) | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Sheqalim (David Ben Gurion) 5745 (1985) coin.
