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Israel – Official Hanukkah Coin Set (1993) – “Jewish Heroism Through the Ages” – Includes Special Coin Featuring a Hanukkah Lamp from the Theresienstadt Ghetto – Limited Edition of Only 12,000 Sets - Israel – Official Hanukkah Coin Set (1993) – “Jewish Heroism Through the Ages” – Includes Special Coin Featuring a Hanukkah Lamp from the Theresienstadt Ghetto – Limited Edition of Only 12,000 Sets Country: Israel Year: 1993 Issuing Authority: Bank of Israel Distributor: Israel Government Coins and Medals Corporation Theme: Jewish Heroism Through the Ages Mintage: Only 12,000 sets Contents: The set includes circulation coins in denominations of 5 Agorot, 10 Agorot, ½ New Shekel, 1 New Shekel and 5 New Sheqalim. The designs of the coins are based on ancient Hebrew motifs, and the coins bear a tiny Hanukkah lamp mintmark. Special Coin in the Set: A 12-sided ½ New Shekel coin, specially struck for this set. The thematic side features a Hanukkah lamp from the Theresienstadt Ghetto, made from spare automobile parts and discarded metal. The same Hanukkah lamp also appeared on the 5755 (1984) silver Hanukkah commemorative coin. Presentation Folder: The original issue folder is dedicated to the theme “Jewish Heroism Through the Ages, ” presenting the concept of Jewish heroism from Biblical times through the modern era. The cover is decorated with a colorful artwork depicting Biblical scenes, while the interior contains explanations in Hebrew and English about Jewish heroism and the coins included in the set. The presentation folder is marked as a limited edition of only 12,000 sets. Condition: Excellent