Israel 1 Sheqel 1978 UNC Banknote Sir Moses Montefiore

An attractive vintage Israel 1 Sheqel banknote issued by the Bank of Israel, featuring a portrait of Sir Moses Haim Montefiore, a renowned British Jewish financier and philanthropist, on the obverse. The design also showcases the historic Mishkenot Sha’ananim neighbourhood in Jerusalem, including the famous Montefiore Windmill.

The reverse depicts the historic Jaffa Gate, one of the main entrances to the Old City of Jerusalem, accompanied by Hebrew, English and Arabic inscriptions. Printed in an elegant purple colour combination with intricate security patterns, this banknote represents an important chapter in Israeli monetary history and is a desirable collectible for world banknote enthusiasts.

Specifications: Country: Israel, Issuing Authority: Bank of Israel, Denomination: 1 Sheqel, Currency: Israeli Old Shekel, Year: 1978, Hebrew Date: 5738, Issue Date: 24 February 1980, Composition: Paper, Size: 135 × 76 mm, Obverse: Sir Moses Haim Montefiore and Montefiore Windmill, Reverse: Jaffa Gate Jerusalem, Watermark: Profile of Sir Moses Montefiore, Signatures: David Horowitz and Arnon Gafni, Reference: Pick P-43, Condition: Unc.