ISRAEL
KM 111 |
SHORT COINS ENCYCLOPAEDIA |
Face Value | Diameter mm | Weight g | Thickness mm | Edge | Composition | Rotation |
1 shekel | 23.0 | 5.0 | Smooth | Copper-Nickel | Medal |
Obverse | Reverse | ||
The emblem of the State of
Israel, denomination, title of state in Hebrew, Arabic and English, the
year of minting (5741=AD1981). Shekel refers to one of many ancient units of weight and currency. Since 1980, the sheqel has been the currency of the modern state of Israel. |
The word denomination "Shekel Israel". A chalice.
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