Goldberg Coins and Collectibles



Sale 98

The Pre-Long Beach Auction June 4-7, 2017


Ancient Judaean - Modern Isreal Coins & Medals
 
 
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Lot 1790
Israel. 5 Lirot, 1958. Dav-258; KM-21. For the 10th Anniversary of Independence. Menorah. NGC graded Proof 65. WINGS. Estimate Value $175 - 200
Ex. Danny Kaye Collection (Purchase from the Israel Government as a Proof); Ex. The Brody Family Collection.
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$235
Lot 1791
Israel. 5 Lirot, 1958. Dav-258; KM-21. For the 10th Anniversary of Independence. Menorah. NGC graded Proof 65. WINGS. Estimate Value $175 - 200
Ex. Danny Kaye Collection (Purchase from the Israel Government as a Proof); Ex. The Brody Family Collection.
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$247
Lot 1792
Israel. 5 Lirot, 1958. Dav-258; KM-21. For the 10th Anniversary of Independence. Menorah. NGC graded Proof 63. Estimate Value $150 - 175
Ex. Danny Kaye Collection (Purchase from the Israel Government as a Proof); Ex. The Brody Family Collection.
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$100
Lot 1793
Israel. Pair of Copper Patterns, 1958. 27 mm. Edge: Israel Government Approved Issue 1948 1958; Second piece Plain edge. Radiant map of Israel. Reverse; Value and menorah. Unlisted and possible rare. Both pieces, Uncirculated. Estimate Value $100 - UP
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$247
Lot 1794
Israel. Very Rare 1962 Tourist Industry Silver Presentation Medal. An unknown number were presented by the Government Tourist Corp. Weighs 113gm of .935 silver (though silver is not indicated on the edge). Estimate Value $300 - 350
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$270
Lot 1795
Israel. Terra Sancta (Holy Land), State Gold Medal, 1963. 29 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. 4,330 minted. Commemorates Christian pilgrimages to the Holy Land. Obverse pictures the Holy Land in perspective following the style of ancient maps, with the Mediterranean Sea at the bottom. Features Biblical quote: "Love thy neighbour as thyself (Leviticus 19:18)." Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $900 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,087
Lot 1796
Israel. 5 Lirot, 1963. KM-39. Seafaring. Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $125 - 150
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$106
Lot 1797
  Israel. Extremely Rare 1963 Mint Set in White Holder with 1 Agora Rotated 180 Degrees. This set is extremely rare--with Gem BU coins and perfect white cardboard holders. But wait there's more--this set contains a 1 Agora coin with the dies rotated 180 degrees. A must have for the serious collector. Estimate Value $100 - 150
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$60
Lot 1798
  Israel. 1963 Very Rare Israel Mint Set. Very rare early mint set with all coins dated 1963 except 25 agorot dated 1962. All coins are Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Staples surround each coin in the holder--exactly as originally issued by the Bank of Israel, and extremely rare thus. Haffner valued this set without staples at $80 in 1970. It would be very difficult finding a duplicate set today. Estimate Value $75 - 150
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$71
Lot 1799
Israel. Gold 50 Lirot, 1964. KM-44. Weight 0.3933 ounce. Bank of Israel - 10th Anniversary. Cornucopia. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $400 - 450
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$517
Lot 1800
Israel. Rare Lot of Four 1965 Israel Bonds Presentation Medals. On each obverse appears the Hebrew words "Independence and Development Bond Drive" entwined in a burst of sunshine, symbolizing the source of energy; the sun's rays cause the wheels of industry to move. Inside the wheel, spokes are seen - the enterprises which the bonds helped to develop. First medal, is 59mm tombac with signature on reverse of Prime Minister Golda Meir. Second is 59mm tombac with signature on reverse of Prime Minister Levi Eshkol. Third is 59mm.115gm of 935 silver without signature on reverse. Fourth is 59mm.115gm of .935 silver with signature on reverse of Prime Minister Golda Meir. All are rare, with unknown mintages. Estimate Value $750 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$423
Lot 1801
Israel. Extremely Rare 1965 Bank of Israel Presentation Set. Only 100 sets were produced and used for presentation purposes. None were sold. In 1980 a damaged set sold for $750; in 1980 a perfect set sold for $2,000, and that is this set. Includes 1 Agora, 5, 10 and 25 Agorot, Half Pound and One Pound coins, all in Choice Brilliant Uncirculated condition. Here is an important opportunity to add a true rarity to your collection. Estimate Value $500 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$317
Lot 1802
Israel. Masada, State Gold Medal, 1965. 15 grams, 917 fine. 27 mm. Masada was built by Jonathan the Hasmonean (Maccabee) atop a steep rocky precipice rising 450 meters above the Dead Sea. Herod added to the fortications, and this is wear 960 fighters, women and children held out for three years following the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE. Rather than be taken as prisoners by the Romans they all chose to commit suicide. Israelis do not intend to repeat this history, explaining the mottos appearing on the medal: "Masada shall not fall again" and "We shall remain free men." Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $450 - 500
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$564
Lot 1803
Israel. Masada, State Gold Medal, 1965. 15 grams, 917 fine. 27 mm. Masada was built by Jonathan the Hasmonean (Maccabee) atop a steep rocky precipice rising 450 meters above the Dead Sea. Herod added to the fortications, and this is wear 960 fighters, women and children held out for three years following the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE. Rather than be taken as prisoners by the Romans they all chose to commit suicide. Israelis do not intend to repeat this history, explaining the mottos appearing on the medal: "Masada shall not fall again" and "We shall remain free men." Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $450 - 500
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$564
Lot 1804
Israel. Jerusalem (Bar Kochba Coin), Gold State Medal, 1966. 29 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. 3,000 minted. The only gold medal issued in the "Historic cities Coin Medals" series. Features a replica of a Sela coin issued in Jerusalem by Bar Kochba in 133 CE, and the Holy of Holies within the Temple. Choice Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $900 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,116
Lot 1805
Israel. Rothschilds (Knesset), State Gold Medal, 1966. 30 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. Portraits of Baron Edmond de Rothschild, who greatly assisted cultural and educational institution, and his son James, whose estate contributed to building the Knesset (Israel's Parliament). Designed by Paul Vincze. Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $900 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,087
Lot 1806
Israel. Very Rare 1968 Tefahot Bank Silver Presentation Medal. Only 100 made but never distributed. Features David's Tower and bank building. 45mm, 48gm of .935 silver. Estimate Value $200 - 250
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$129
Lot 1807
Israel. Presentation Gold Medal, 1970. 60 grams, 917 fine. 45 mm. Mintage of only 25 pieces. Exchange National Bank of Chicago - The First American Bank in Israel. Reverse: Menorah. Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $1,800 - 2,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$2,350
Lot 1808
Israel. Keren Hayesod (United Israel Appeal), State Gold Medal, 1970. 29 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. Mintage 1,704 pieces. Originally the chief financial instrument of the Zionist Organization to finance the new country of Israel; it later concentrated on aiding new immigrants. Design pictures a stylized group of men and women, crowded inside a small boat. Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $900 - 1,000
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,116
Lot 1809
Israel. Rare 1970 Rabbi David de Sola Pool Silver Presentation Medal. Sculpted by Karen Worth. Rabbi Pool was spiritual leader of the Sephardic Congregation Sheareth Israel, in New York. Medal is in mint condition. 59mm, 117gm of .935 silver. Only 285 made for the American Israel Numismatic Association, and not sold to the public. Important piece for collectors of Jewish American medals. Estimate Value $250 - 300
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$247
Lot 1810
Israel. Liberation (Judaea Capta-Israel Liberata), State Gold Medal Set, 1971. 15, 8 and 5 grams, 750 fine. 27 mm, 22 mm and 19 mm. Features design from a Roman Judaea Capta coin issued by Vespasian in 70 CE, at the conclusion of the First Revolt, contrasting with a scene of a Jewish pioneer planting a sapling and a mother holding her baby. In original box. Lot of 3 Medals. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $650 - 700
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$911
Lot 1811
Israel. Very Rare 1972 ORT Jerusalem Convention Presentation Medal. Beautiful designs by Karen Worth. 59mm, 118gm of .935 silver. Minuscule number of just 70 pieces issued. Estimate Value $200 - 250
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$235
Lot 1812
Israel. Platinum State Medal, 1973. 35 mm. 31 grams, 999 fine. 10,000 minted. Israel's 25th Anniversary. Features the 12 signs of the Zodiac as seen on the mosaic floor discovered in Beth Alpha. Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $900 - 1,000
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$911
Lot 1813
Israel. 1973 Extremely Rare Bet Shin Award Medal. Minuscule number of just ten made for Israel's internal intelligence and security agency. Silver plated tombac, 59mm. With State emblem, without "State of Israel" on obverse. An important opportunity for a serious collector. Estimate Value $400 - 500
The Brody Family Collection;.
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Lot 1814
Israel. Very Rare 1973 Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Silver Presentation Medal. Only 50 made to commemorate the Second Congress in Jerusalem of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. Features view of Dome of the Rock plus church spire and cornucopia of a synagogue behind the Western Wall. 59mm, 115gm of .935 silver. A really elusive medal. Estimate Value $250 - 300
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$176
Lot 1815
Israel. Arthur Rubinstein Piano Competition (Signature on Edge), State Gold Medal, 1974. 30 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. 1,000 minted. Superb design by Picasso, commemorating the First Arthur Rubenstein International Piano Master Competition, held in Jerusalem. This is one of the 1,000 made bearing Rubinstein's signature on the edge; these were distributed by the Rubinstein Competition and were not offered for sale to the public. Rare. Choice Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,200
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,116
Lot 1816
Israel. Arthur Rubinstein Piano Competition (Without Signature on Edge), State Gold Medal, 1974. 30 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. 2,196 minted. As above, but without signature on edge. Superb design by Picasso, commemorating the First Arthur Rubenstein International Piano Master Competition, held in Jerusalem. Choice Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,200
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,116
Lot 1817
Israel. Arthur Rubinstein Piano Competition (Signature on Edge), State Gold Medal, 1974. 30 grams, 917 fine. 35 mm. 1,000 minted. Superb design by Picasso, commemorating the First Arthur Rubenstein International Piano Master Competition, held in Jerusalem. This is one of the 1,000 made bearing Rubinstein's signature on the edge; these were distributed by the Rubinstein Competition and were not offered for sale to the public. Rare. Choice Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,200
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,116
Lot 1818
Israel. International Hobby Exhibition, Official Award Gold Medal, 1975. 8 grams, 917 fine. 22 mm. 2.500 minted. Rarely offered, not sold to the public. Hundreds of hobbiests participated in areas of painting, sculpting, copper smithing, jewelry, stamp and coin collection. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $250 - 275
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$282
Lot 1819
Israel. Very Rare 1976 Chess Olympics Silver Presentation Medal. A miuscule 80 pieces made as official awards. 35mm, 30gm of .935 silver. Features the emblem of the International Chess Competition and chess pieces. Few winners of these medals want to part with them and thus they very rarely appear for sale. Estimate Value $275 - 350
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$353
Lot 1820
Israel. Gold 1000 Lirot, 1978. KM-93. Weight 0.3472 ounce. For the 30th Anniversary of Independence. Text within tree. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $350 - 400
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$447
Lot 1821
Israel. Gold 1000 Lirot, 1978. KM-93. Weight 0.3472 ounce. For the 30th Anniversary of Independence. Text within tree. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $350 - 400
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$447
Lot 1822
Israel. Bar Mitzvah, State Gold Medal Set, 1978. 15, 8 and 5 grams, 750 fine. 27, 22 and 19 mm. Depicts a young man reading his Torah portion at his Bar Mitzvah. Reverse features symbols of the Tribes. In original case. Lot of 3 Medals. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $650 - 700
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$911
Lot 1823
Israel. Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty, State Gold Medal, 1979. 30 grams, 900 fine. 35 mm. Commemorates the historic Camp David Peace Treaty signed by Anwar Sadat of Egypt, Menachem Begin of Israel, with Jimmy Carter as witness. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $800 - 900
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$1,058
Lot 1824
Israel. Gold 5000 Lirot, 1980. KM-105. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 32nd Anniversary of Independence. Shalom. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1825
Israel. Gold 500 Sheqel, 1980. KM-115. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of Zeev Jabotinsky. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1826
Israel. Hear O Israel (Shema Yisrael), State Gold Medal, 1980. 7 grams, 585 fine. 22 mm. Proof-Like Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $150 - 175
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$165
Lot 1827
Israel. Gold 10 Sheqalim, 1981. KM-113. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 33rd Anniversary of Independence. Stylized design within book. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1828
Israel. Gold 10 Sheqalim, 1981. KM-113. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 33rd Anniversary of Independence. Stylized design within book. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1829
Israel. Gold 5 Sheqalim, 1982. KM-125. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Holyland sites - Herodion Ruins. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$317
Lot 1830
Israel. Gold 5 Sheqalim, 1982. KM-125. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Holyland sites - Qumran Caves. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
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$329
Lot 1831
Israel. The Temple Mount, Gold State Medal, 1982. 7 grams, 585 fine. 22 mm. Shown is Western Wall and the two mosques that were built on the site of the ancient Jewish Temple; also an ancient mosaic map of Jerusalem discovered on the floor of a ruined church. Choice Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $150 - 175
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$188
Lot 1832
Israel. Gold 10 Sheqalim, 1984. KM-138. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 36th Anniversary of Independence. Kinsmen. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1833
Israel. Gold 5 Sheqalim, 1984. KM-142. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Holyland Sites - Valley of Kidron. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
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$317
Lot 1834
Israel. Gold 5 Sheqalim, 1985. KM-154. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Capemaum. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$317
Lot 1835
Israel. Gold 10 New Sheqalim, 1986. KM-166. Weight 0.5000 ounce. For the 38th Anniversary of Independence. Art in Israel -Stylized designs. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $500 - 550
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$646
Lot 1836
Israel. Gold 5 New Sheqalim, 1986. KM-170. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Holyland Sites - Akko. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
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$317
Lot 1837
Israel. Olympics in Seoul, State Gold Medal, 1987. 15 grams, 750 fine. 30 mm. Feature's Biblical quote: "Brace yourselves put forth all of your strength (Nahum 2:2)." Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $350 - 400
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$447
Lot 1838
Israel. Blossom of Galilee, State Gold Medal, 1987. 10.4 grams, 750 fine. 24 mm. Full color excerpt from painting by Nachum Gutman of a scene in Safed, the town of Jewish mystics. The sculpted reverse features a girl, fawn and tree with doves on its branches, and the words "My beloved is mine" from the Song of Songs. Brilliant Uncirculated. Estimate Value $250 - 275
The Brody Family Collection;.
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$329
Lot 1839
Israel. Gold 5 New Sheqalim, 1987. KM-170. Weight 0.2497 ounce. Holyland Sites - Jericho. Choice Brilliant Proof. Estimate Value $250 - 275
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$317



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