The Currency Directory

New Israeli Sheqel (ILS)

The New Israeli Sheqel is issued by the Bank of Israel.

Alphabetic code
ILS
Numeric code
376
Symbol
₪
Minor units
2
Example
₪1,234.50
Used in
Israel

History

  1. 1985 The new shekel is introduced at 1 new shekel to 1,000 old shekels, following the July 1985 stabilisation programme.
  2. 1986 The new shekel officially replaces the old shekel on 1 January.

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