| Location | Israel |
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| Year | 1965-1966 |
| Type | Commemorative medal |
| Composition | Silver (.935) |
| Weight | 48 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
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| Obverse description | A corner in Ashkelon where a Corinthian capital is shown dating from the Hellenistic era. On the side, new public edifices, on the rim, the inscription `Ashkelon` in Hebrew and English. |
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| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | ASHKELON |
| Reverse description | In the center a replica of an antique bronze Ashkelon coin. It shows the prow of a vessel and oars. Above the model of the vessel, Greek letter abbreviating the word Ashkelon. Below, letters marking the year 57 according to the city`s new date (47 B.C.E.) On the medal rim, above, the inscription: `Ashkelon coin 47 B.C.E.`, 3713 in Hebrew. |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering | AΣ NZ ASHKELON COIN 47 B.C.E. |
| Mintage | |
| Numisquare ID | 5089355080 |
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