The face value in Hebrew and English, the State emblem, the word `Israel` in three languages and the mint year; the inscription `THE WATERS WERE DIVIDED` appears along the border in Hebrew, English and Arabic.
Obverse script
Arabic, Hebrew, Latin
Obverse lettering
THE WATERS WERE DIVIDED
وقسمت المياه
קריעת יס םוך
שקל חדש
NEW SHEQEL
ISRAEL ישראל
إسرائيل
1
2008 התשם`ט
מ
Reverse description
The parting of the sea and the safe passage of the Israelites, led by Moses, between the walls of the water to their right and left.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Edge
Reeded
Mint
מ Mint of Finland (Suomen Rahapaja), Vantaa, Finland (1988-date)