Quick Coinage Facts
Years Minted: 1982-1985
Number of Types: 2
Composition: Copper 75%, Nickel 25%
Diameter: 26 mm
Weight: 8.0 grams
Total Mintage: 113,748,950 (circulation)
Edge: Smooth
Introduction
With the introduction of the sheqel on February 24, 1980, a series of new agora coins was put into circulation. One new agora was equal to ten (old) agorot.
The 10 Sheqalim ceased to be legal tender on September 4, 1986.
Design
The obverse design was based on a coin issued by Herod Archelaus (4 B.C.E. - 6 C.E.) and features an ancient galley, the emblem of the State of Israel, and the word "Israel" in Hebrew, English and Arabic.
The reverse design features the denomination "10 Sheqalim" between two stars and the date in Hebrew.
Types
Type 1: Standard copper-nickel issue (1982-1985)
Type 2: Special Hanukkah issue (1984)
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