Israel - 1 and 2 New Sheqalim 2004 - Children in Israel - Silver 925, 43.2g (approx. 39.96g pure silver, 1.28 oz.)

Israel - 1 and 2 New Sheqalim 2004 - Children in Israel - Silver 925, 43.2g (approx. 39.96g pure silver, 1.28 oz.) A two-coin silver set issued to commemorate the 56th anniversary of the State of Israel, with the theme “Children in Israel.” The coins are legal tender in the State of Israel and were struck to high-quality standards by the Royal Dutch Mint. Obverse: Stylized figures of a parent and child holding an Israeli flag. Below appears the inscription “THE CHILDREN IN ISRAEL” in Hebrew, English and Arabic. Reverse: The State of Israel emblem, the inscriptions “יום העצמאות התשס״ד” (Independence Day 5764) and “INDEPENDENCE DAY 2004,” a row of children holding hands, the denomination and mint mark. Coin specifications: 1 New Sheqel - Silver 925, weight 14.4g, diameter 30mm, Proof-like finish, Star of David mint mark, maximum mintage 2,500. 2 New Sheqalim - Silver 925, weight 28.8g, diameter 38.7mm, Proof finish, Mem mint mark, maximum mintage 2,500. Total weight: 43.2g. Total pure silver content: approximately 39.96g, or 1.28 oz. Design: Aharon Shevo. Dies: Tidhar Dagan. Minting: Royal Dutch Mint. The coins are housed in their original capsules and accompanied by the issuer’s certificate.