The Bank of Israel, in association with the Israel Coins and Medals Corporation, has launched its latest coin which is part of the ongoing “Jerusalem of Gold” series, and is the 12th release thus far. For 2022, the coins focus on the historic town of Ein Karem. More like an enchanting village in the hills […]
Israel: New collector series launched, “Craters in Israel,” featuring gold and silver Proof coins
The Bank of Israel has launched (1st May) a new collector series which highlights both the country’s unique natural landscape as well as recognising its 74th year of independence. Entitled “Craters in Israel,” the theme highlights one of these phenomenal formations etched into the landscape of the Israeli Negev Desert. Designed by Eli Geller, the […]
Israel: Popular “Biblical Art” series tells the story of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba on new gold and silver Proof coins
The Bank of Israel has launched their latest set of gold and silver coins which are part of the popular “Biblical Art” series highlighting some of the Holy Book’s most well-known stories and persons. Begun in 1994 and now in its 27th year, the latest Biblical story — and which is also told in history […]
Israel: New commemorative five-shekel coins to be issued in gratitude to medical teams during pandemic
The Israeli government has approved the draft law which is needed to instruct the Bank of Israel to issue a special edition of currency coinage of five shekels, which is in appreciation to the country’s medical teams during the pandemic. The commemorative coins recognise the Israeli medical teams for their contributions and their struggle to […]
Israel: New one-ounce gold coins feature vibrant Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem in gold bullion series
The Bank of Israel has launched (14th June) their 2021-dated gold bullion coins which spotlight the Mahane Yehuda Market, Jerusalem’s largest and most interesting market, located in the center of the city. Originally established at the end of the 19th century in the period during Ottoman rule and developed during the British Mandate period from […]
Israel: New series entitled “Endangered Animals in Israel” launches with gold and silver Proof coins
The Bank of Israel has launched (1st June) a new collector coin series that focuses on the country’s wildlife and the species which could face extinction unless effective conservation measures are implemented. Issued in conjunction with Israel’s 73rd anniversary of independence, the coins present three of the animals in Israel now in danger of extinction. […]
Israel: New gold and silver collector coins issued in “Biblical Art” series features the story of Ruth in Boaz’s Field
The Bank of Israel has released (10th October) their latest gold and silver collector coins in the ongoing series entitled “Biblical Art” in which a selection of well-known biblical stories and verses are featured from the Old Testament. The 24th set in the series features the story of Ruth in Boaz’s Field. The biblical story […]
Israel: Abraham Accords peace agreements are signed and celebrated with new gold and silver official medals
Israel Coins and Medals Corporation has commissioned commemorative medals in celebration of the historic signing of the Abraham Accords, which are peace agreements signed on the 15th September between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and Israel with the Kingdom of Bahrain. Both countries henceforth offer official recognition of the State of Israel and diplomatic […]
Israel: Independence anniversary gold and silver coins focus on desert agriculture
The Bank of Israel has launched (20th April) new collector coins marking the country’s 72nd anniversary of independence. This important national event is marked with collector coins issued annually and with their release, a new theme and particular element of the country is highlighted. For 2020, the theme focuses on agriculture in Israel, which is […]
Israel: 23rd coin released in ongoing “Biblical Art” series featuring the story of the 12 Spies
The Bank of Israel has released its 23rd collector’s coin which is part of the ongoing series entitled “Biblical Art.” First launched in 1995, the series focuses on some of the Bible’s most well-known stories with depictions featuring those persons or occurrences that feature prominently in the Holy Scriptures. This year, the coins highlight the […]
