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2008 Israel Biblical Art Series-Smallest Gold Coins 4-Coin Set Limited mintage!This set includes four 1/25 oz Proof Gold coins that depict each of the following: 2011-Elijah in the Whirlwind, 2010-Jonah in the Whale, 2009-Sampson and the Lion, and 2008-Parting of the Red Sea, in the Biblical Art-Smallest Gold Coins series produced by the Holy Land Mint. The coins in this set each have a limited mintage of 5,000 coins. These beautiful coins come in the origina…

2009 Israel Masada Proof-like Silver 1 NIS MS-70 NGC …

Handbook of Biblical Numismatics from Abraham to the Crusades $2.95 An expanded and updated version of the first book that introduced novice collectors and history buffs to the ancient coins issued by Judaea and related coins of the Greeks, Romans etc. These “Bible coins” offer unique insights into Jewish, Christian and Islamic history in the Holy Land….

Standard Catalog Of World Paper Money Specialized Issues $65.00 Complete Listings for:Central and South America – Provincial, Private and Commercial BanksChina – Foreign, Military, Provincial and early Communist BanksEurope – Commercial and Colonial BanksWorldwide Guerrila, Revolutionary and Siege Issues…

Why You Should Consider Visiting Israel

Israel is a county that may not immediately spring to mind for a holiday getaway however it’s well worth a visit.

Israel’s attractions are varied, ranging from the vast sands of the Judean Desert to the saltiest sea on earth – the Dead Sea. Head to ancient biblical towns and cities, covered marketplaces and high-rise metropolises. Israel has much to offer you.

Some of the top rated things to see and do there are:

Swim in the dead sea – an intensely salty, mineral-rich body of water, lying at the lowest point on this planet. It is impossible to sink. Expect to see people reading their newspapers whilst lying in the sea! The mineral deposits from the dead sea are reputed to have health giving properties. Even if you don’t think that it’s nevertheless enjoyable to cover yourself in it…

Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim region is home to the country’s largest community of strictly observant Orthodox Jews where you will discover the East European dress and traditions alive.

Visit some markets. Experience Tel Aviv’s fascinating Shuk HaCarmel, or Carmel Market, which features wonderful selections of spices, flowers, fresh food items and trinkets. In Jerusalem, haggle for everything from genuine gold jewellery to souvenirs.

Visit the desert and stay with a nomadic tribe under canvas – an exciting night!

Leap in the world class waters of Eilat – full of coral reefs and perfect underwater exploring. If diving is not for you, you can opt for snorkelling or perhaps a submarine tour. Eilat’s incredible Marine Observatory gives you the chance to watch the amazing creatures without even getting your feet damp!

Dome of the Rock. The breathtaking dome stands high on Temple Mount and has religious significance for both Jews and Muslims.

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, is traditionally thought to be the site where Christ died. It is the heart of the Christian Quarter and is made up of a complex of luxuriant shrines.

Yad Vashem is a moving memorial to the 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust.

Masada is the ruins of the Palace of King Herod constructed on the ridge of Masada. It was the site of a fierce battle where Jews made their final stand battling the Romans.

The well known stones of the Western Wall in Jerusalem are worn smooth by years of touching. Prayers are written on paper and pressed between the stones.

The Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem’s Old City is the path Christ is reputed to have travelled from judgment to crucifixion.

Stay on a Kibbutz. They’re found all over Israel and are based upon people doing work and living collectively.

Israel offers over 50 national parks and nature reserves – all of which are really worth a visit.

In the largest city, Tel Aviv you can indulge your urban tastes. It offers museums, opera, theatre, dance and top quality restaurants with fine cuisines from around the globe.

Beaches are in abundance. You may sail, swim, sunbathe or waterski, sometimes in locations only minutes from the city centre.

The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered by a Bedouin shepherd boy in ancient pottery jars in the 1940′s. They are hailed as the greatest manuscript find of modern times. They consists of about 900 documents and include texts from the Hebrew Bible.

Israel is a country that is really worth a visit!

If you can’t visit Israel this year, why not try a staycation. Check out some Cornwall cottages and Dorset cottages and try a holiday in the south of England.

2005 Maccabiah Games $52.8 Used – High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! The 2005 Maccabiah Games (Hebrew: -17 ” ) were the 17th incarnation of the ‘Jewish Olympics.’ They attracted the largest attendance of any Maccabiah Games to date, including more than 900 representatives from the United States, almost 500 from Australia, and more than 2,000 from Israel, bringing the total participants to more than 7,700 from 55 countries. Israel ended the games at the top of the medal

A Bear in My Bed & A Jackal in My Oven $6.32 How many can say they’ve had a Syrian bear in their bed? Warmed a jackal in their oven? Been gored by a jealous roe deer? Attacked by a tiger? Had monkeys swing from their chandelier? Or lost a snake on a plane? Avinoam Lourie has. Here are heartwarming, entertaining and educational experiences of Israeli zoologist, Avinoam Lourie, told with the typical warmth, wit, and wisdom for which he is known. Also recipient, Israeli Presidential Medal of Honor; selected one of “Top 100 Important People” in Haifa; helped bring back several endangered species to Israel. Reviews and references: “As someone who has accompanied Avi into the field as he educated new generations of Israelis about their native ecosystems, it’s a joy to share the drama, humor, and insights packed into this riveting collection which other readers are sure to enjoy.” “Many of our friends had dogs, cats, and other pets, but no one had a father who brought home a tiger, bear, or even a monkey, like we did.” Schoolchild: “He taught me that animals are just like people–treat them the same–and treat them well.”