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2 New Sheqalim Masada
| Issuer | Bank of Israel |
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| Year | 2009 |
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| Value | 2 New Sheqalim |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a central depiction of the Masada rock fortress in the lower field. Surrounding the central design, the face value '2 שקלים חדשים / 2 NEW SHEQALIM' is inscribed in Hebrew and English. The State emblem of Israel — a menorah flanked by olive branches — appears prominently, with the country name 'ISRAEL / ישראל / إسرائيل' rendered in Latin, Hebrew, and Arabic. The Gregorian mint year '2009' and the Hebrew calendar year 'התשס״ט' are inscribed in the field, along with the Royal Dutch Mint privy mark. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse presents a detailed aerial perspective of the Masada cliff from the north, prominently depicting the remains of Herod's Northern Palace cascading down the rock's three terraces. The UNESCO World Heritage Site emblem is incorporated into the design, affirming Masada's status as a designated World Heritage site inscribed in 2001. The toponym 'MASADA / מצדה / متسادة' is inscribed along the upper border in English, Hebrew, and Arabic. The composition captures the dramatic natural landscape of the Judean Desert plateau in fine relief. |
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| Edge | Reeded |
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