Chaim Weizmann 100 ILP Gold 1963 Proof
Chaim Weizmann Gold 1963 Proof is a coin that commemorates the biochemist who was Israel's first president. He was elected on February 16, 1949. and held that position until his death in 1952.
The currency is minted from Au gold.916 with a weight of 26.68 grams and a diameter of 33 mm, standard proof. The mintage of the product is 6,196 pieces. In addition, this remarkable piece was produced by The Holy Land Mint. The coin comes with a guarantee from the Israeli government as to its legitimacy, purity of the bullion and the origin of the metal.
Obverse shows Israel's coat of arms, and the inscription "1952-1962" written in Hebrew and Arabic, designed by Miriam Karoli. The obverse bears the denomination information: 100 ILP-"מאה לירות ישראליות ", year and country of origin.
Reverse depicts the image of Chaim Weizmann and his name written in Hebrew "חיים ווייצמן". The designer of the reverse was Andre Lasserre. In addition, the coin bears the mint mark - "מ".
