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Description:
Obverse
Face value in Hebrew and English, Israel State Emblem, "Israel" in English, Hebrew and Arabic and an olive branch below the face value; inscription "Independence Day 2008" in Hebrew and English
Reverse
An artistiic rendering of the figure 60 - Left, the "6" consists of curved lines reaching upwards towards the heavens, right the "0" is formed by the shape of a pomegranate with a royal crown, symbolizing fruitfulness and prosperity. Within the zero is a dove with olive branch, symbolizing our aspirations for peace, border inscription "Israel's 60th Anniversary" in Hebrew, English and Arabic. The artist's skillful use of shiny and frosted finishes greatly enhances the design and emphasizes each element
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