Medal - Israel Historical Cities Coin of Lod ND
| Silver (.935) | 48 g | 45 mm |
| Location | Israel |
|---|---|
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Years | 1965-1966 |
| Composition | Silver (.935) |
| Weight | 48 g |
| Diameter | 45 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-12 |
| Numista | N#162331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
In the center, a replica of a city coin of Lod, minted at the beginning of the third century CE by Emperor Caracalla: the head of Tyche (Fortune), looking to the left. She wears a crown, representing city-walls and towers. Around, the inscription, in Greek: "Lucia Septimia Severa Diaspolis", as Lod was officially called in Roman times. On the rim of the medal, around the inscription "Coin of Lod, 3971-77" in Hebrew above and in English below, 211-217 CE.
Lettering:
מטבע לוד ג' תתק"ע א'-ז
ΛCEΠ CEOUH ΔΙΟCΠΟΛΙC
COIN OF LOD 211-217 C.E.
Engraver: Kretschmer
Edge
The State emblem and the words "State of Israel" in Hebrew and in English. Unique number, "Silver 935" in Hebrew and "Sterling" in English.
Lettering: STATE OF ISRAEL STERLING
Comment
The series of medals issued by the Israel Government Coins & Medals Corporation to commemorate the Historical Cities of Israel. Issued from 1965-1966. Set of 9 struck in Silver and Yellow Bronze (Tombac).Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1965-1966) | 4014 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Medal - Israel Historical Cities (Coin of Lod) ND (1965-1966) item.
