Israel: Sheqalim

5 New Sheqalim

Years: 5750-5771 (1990-2011)
Calendar: Hebrew
Metal: Copper-nickel
Weight: 8.2 gm
Diameter: 24 mm
Thickness: 2.4 mm
Shape: Dodecagonal (12-sided)

All dates on Israeli coins are given in the Hebrew calendar and are written in Hebrew numerals.This coin is minted in the year 5768 Hebrew i.e. 2008 AD.

The obverse design shows the Capital of Column and State emblem above it.

Capital of Column:

In Architecture, the capital (from the Latin caput, 'head') forms the topmost member of a column.It mediates between the column and the load thrusting down upon it, broadening the area of the column's supporting surface.

 

Israel State Emblem:

 

The Emblem of the State of Israel (Hebrew: סמל מדינת ישראל) shows a menorah surrounded by an olive branch on each side, and the writing "ישראל" (Hebrew for Israel) below it.

The image used on the emblem is based on a depiction of the menorah on the Arch of Titus. The menorah was used in the ancient Temple in Jerusalem and has been a symbol of Judaism since ancient times. It symbolizes universal enlightenment.The olive branches symbolize peace.

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