Bidspirit auction | Israel 500 Pruta 1955 /

Israel 500 Pruta 1955 / 5715. PMG 64 - P-24a; S/N W554354; Wmk: Menorah; Choice UNC. An exquisite, highly sought-after investment-grade numismatic masterpiece representing the birth of Israel’s sovereign central banking system. This historical 500-Pruta note belongs to the revered First Series of the Bank of Israel, introduced shortly after the institution's establishment to replace the transitional Anglo-Palestine and Bank Leumi currencies. The obverse displays a magnificent, deeply detailed engraving of the ancient synagogue ruins at Capernaum (Kfar Nahum) on the shores of the Sea of Galilee (Lake Kinneret). The note features the historic first signature of Bank of Israel Governor David Horowitz. Printed with unparalleled British craftsmanship by Thomas De La Rue in London, high-denomination Pruta notes are notoriously scarce in elite conditions, as the vast majority were heavily circulated or systematically recalled during subsequent monetary conversions. Certified by PMG as a superb 64 Choice Uncirculated, this note showcases remarkable design centering, immaculate edges, and flawless paper freshness with rich, original pastel underprints. A cornerstone, premium acquisition for specialized collectors of Israeli banknotes and holy land condition rarities.