Israel 10 Sheqalim Ancient Galley 1982

Enrich your collection with this unique 10 Sheqalim coin from 1982 (התשמ"ב), a fascinating testament to the maritime history of the Land of Israel. The obverse of the coin impressively features an ancient galley, inspired by a coin from the time of Herod Archelaus, symbolizing the region's deep connection to the sea and maritime trade. Alongside the galley are the state emblem of Israel and the word "Israel" in Hebrew, Arabic, and English. The reverse displays the denomination "10 Sheqalim" in Hebrew and English ("SHEQALIM"), alongside two small stars and the Hebrew year of issue "התשמ"ב". The coin is made of a nickel-silver alloy (75% copper, 15% zinc, 10% nickel). This collectible item is not just a coin, but a window to the past, making it an impressive addition to any collection and a beautiful memento of the history of the State of Israel.