Israel Coins and Medals

What Israel Coins and Medals does

Israel Coins and Medals Corp. (ICMC, Inc.), doing business as The Holy Land Mint, is an Israel-based precious-metals minting and numismatic distribution company founded in 1958 by Israel's first Prime Minister, David Ben-Gurion. The company operated as a fully government-owned entity until its privatization in 2008, after which it became a privately held corporation headquartered in Jerusalem with an additional branch in Haifa and an operational presence in Nesher; it employs 51-100 staff. ICMC holds the official, exclusive distribution mandate from the Bank of Israel for the country's commemorative and bullion coin program, and is additionally authorized to produce Israeli state medals, art medals, and proprietary bullion products under the Holy Land Mint brand.

The company's product portfolio spans proprietary gold and silver bullion bars (1g to 1kg, .999 to .9999 purity, featuring motifs such as the Dove of Peace, Lion of Judah, and Star of David), Bank of Israel commemorative coins (Biblical Art, Independence Day, Jerusalem of Gold, Gates of Jerusalem), Israeli state medals across themed series (IDF combat units, Jewish sages, flowers, butterflies, birds, Via Dolorosa), collectible bars (Israeli Spirit, Human Cats, Human Dogs), international coins distributed under agency relationships with five world mints (Royal Canadian Mint, Monnaie de Paris, The Perth Mint, The Royal Mint, New Zealand Mint), a One-of-a-Kind rare-collection catalog (71 items, including Salvador Dali Twelve Tribes and Eliezer Weishoff air force medal sets), jewelry in 9k/14k gold and 925 silver, and Judaica/gifts for lifecycle events and Jewish holidays. The core technology is physical minting of gold, silver, bronze, and platinum, with catalog and pricing supported by a multi-language e-commerce platform.

Revenue is generated through one-time unit sales across bullion, collectibles, jewelry, and gifts, plus a transactional gold-buying and trade-in service. Primary customer segments are precious-metals investors (bullion), coin and medal collectors (numismatics), gift buyers (Jewish lifecycle events), and jewelry consumers, accessed predominantly through direct-to-consumer channels (the multilingual israeLMint.com storefront, Israeli physical branches, and phone support at +972-4-8212805). Pricing is unit-based and tied directly to precious-metal content for bullion or to rarity, artist, and series for collectibles, with publicly disclosed price ladders ranging from roughly $66 bronze medals to over $37,000 for rare gold sets. Distribution relies on global e-commerce shipping for international demand and walk-in retail in Israel; the company's competitive position rests on the regulatory moat from its Bank of Israel mandate, six decades of brand heritage, and a multilingual global distribution footprint.

Name

Israel Coins and Medals

Legal name

ICMC, Inc.

Website

https://en.israelmint.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1958

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Israel Coins and Medals (The Holy Land Mint) is an Israel-based precious-metals mint and numismatic distributor, founded in 1958, that mints Holy Land Mint gold and silver bars and exclusively distributes Bank of Israel commemorative coins, state medals, and Judaica collectibles to global investors, collectors, and gift buyers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Precious Metals and Numismatic Products

NAICS

Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing (33991)

SIC

Jewelry, Precious Metal (3911)

akta.pro primary industry

Precious Metals Minting & Bullion Products (IMAKAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Custom Religious, Cultural & Ceremonial Jewelry (CRAKAHAK)

Keywords

• Precious metals minting
• Commemorative coin distribution
• Bullion bars sales
• Numismatic collectibles
• Israeli state medals

Headquarters

HQ city

Nesher

HQ country

Israel

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Bullion Sales: Gold and silver bars and coins sold to investors. Products range from small denominations (1g gold bars) to large investment bars (1kg silver bars). Revenue generated from markups over spot metal prices.
2. Collectible Coins and Medals: Commemorative coins, state medals, and art medals sold to collectors. Limited edition items command premium pricing based on rarity, artist, and historical significance.
3. Jewelry: Jewelry items including necklaces, rings, bracelets, and earrings featuring gold, silver, and precious stones, often incorporating coins or medallion designs.
4. Gold Buying Service: Company buys back gold and silver from customers, offering gold trade-in services and purchasing of old gold items.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Israel Coins and Medals Corp. (The Holy Land Mint) manufactures and distributes proprietary gold and silver bullion bars, serves as the official distributor of Bank of Israel commemorative coins, produces government-authorized Israeli state medals, and sells related jewelry and gift items. The company operates its own mint facility producing Holy Land Mint branded products featuring Israeli cultural, biblical, and Jerusalem themes, alongside thematic numismatic series and international world-mint coins.

Product overview

Israel Coins and Medals Corp. (The Holy Land Mint) operates as a state-commissioned mint and numismatic distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of precious metals products and collectibles. The product portfolio consists of proprietary Holy Land Mint gold and silver bars, Bank of Israel commemorative coins, Israeli state medals across numerous themed series (Jerusalem, biblical scenes, nature, military, cultural figures), international coins from five world mints, collectible bars in thematic series, jewelry incorporating coins and religious motifs, and gift items for lifecycle events and holidays. The company serves both investment customers seeking bullion products and collectors seeking commemorative and state-issue items. The company was established in 1958 by David Ben-Gurion and was government-owned until privatization in 2008.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Holy Land Mint Gold Bars Proprietary gold bullion bars manufactured by the Holy Land Mint in .9999 purity, featuring Israeli-themed designs such as Dove of Peace, Lion of Judah, Star of David, and Jerusalem. Available in weights from 1 gram to 1 kilogram. Targeted at precious metal investors.
• Holy Land Mint Silver Bars Proprietary silver bullion bars minted by the Holy Land Mint in .999 purity, featuring Israeli cultural and biblical designs. Available in weights from 5 grams to 1 kilogram. Targeted at precious metal investors.
• Bank of Israel Commemorative Coins Official commemorative coins issued by Bank of Israel featuring themes such as Biblical Art, Independence Day, and Jerusalem landmarks. Distributed exclusively through Israel Coins and Medals. Targeted at numismatic collectors.
• Jerusalem of Gold Bullion Coins Premium gold bullion coins in the Jerusalem of Gold series commemorating the reunification of Jerusalem, in pure gold (999.9) 1 oz denominations. Targeted at collectors and investors.
• Israel State Medals Official state medals commemorating Israeli historical events, cultural figures, IDF combat units, Jewish sages, biblical scenes, and Jerusalem themes. Targeted at collectors and gift buyers.
• Numismatic Bullion Series Themed numismatic bullion series including Gates of Jerusalem, Ancient Cities of the Holy Land, Holy Land Sites, and Views of Jerusalem, featuring scenic, religious, and historical motifs. Targeted at collectors.
• International Coins Commemorative coins sourced from international mints including Royal Canadian Mint, Monnaie de Paris, The Perth Mint, The Royal Mint, and New Zealand Mint. Targeted at global coin collectors.
• World Gold and Silver Bullion International gold and silver bullion coins and bars from global mints and manufacturers. Targeted at precious metal investors.
• One of a Kind Collection Rare and unique collectible items including limited edition medals, first minting attempts, private editions, and special sets such as the Salvador Dali Twelve Tribes series and Prime Ministers of Israel medal set. Targeted at premium collectors.
• Jewelry Collection Jewelry items including necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets, and pendants featuring coins, Kabbalah symbols, Shema Israel blessings, and Tree of Life motifs in gold (9k, 14k) and silver (925). Targeted at jewelry consumers and gift buyers.
• Bank of Israel Currency Coins and Banknotes Current Israeli currency coins, Hanukkah coins, Piedfort double-thickness coins, Israeli paper currency, graded banknotes, and pure silver banknote replicas. Targeted at collectors.
• Personal and Holiday Gifts Gifts for lifecycle events including wedding anniversaries, newborns, graduations, Pidyon Haben, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, bookmarks, and holy books. Seasonal gifts for Rosh Hashanah, Passover, Hanukkah, and general Judaica items. Targeted at gift buyers.
• Home Gifts Decorative items for the home including wall hangings, Hamsas, ceramics, mezuzahs, candlesticks, and art pictures. Targeted at gift buyers and home decorators.
• VIP and Custom Issue Gifts Limited edition and custom-ordered items for VIP recipients and organizational clients, including private minting services. Targeted at institutional clients and VIP buyers.
• Gold Buying Service Service to buy back gold and silver from customers, offering gold trade-in and purchasing of old gold items. Targeted at customers liquidating precious metal holdings.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Bank of IsraelcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1958Official distribution partner for Bank of Israel commemorative and bullion coins. The company serves as the authorized issuer and distributor of coins produced by the Bank of Israel, including thematic series such as biblical art, independence day coins, and special editions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Austrian Mint (Münze Österreich): Austrian national mint best known for the Vienna Philharmonic bullion series and annual commemoratives; comparable sovereign-affiliated mint combining investment bullion and collectible programs.
• Scottsdale Mint: Private US precious metals producer of bullion bars, rounds, and proprietary collector pieces; broadly comparable as a private sector mint operating in both commodity and specialty numismatic spaces.
• Coin Invest Trust: Liechtenstein-based privately held mint producing legal tender commemorative coins for over 100 countries; parallels ICMC's numismatic collector focus and international B2C distribution posture.
• Monnaie de Paris: France's state-owned mint operating since the 7th century, producing bullion (e.g., Marianne, Le Coq) and commemorative products with a museum/retail presence; directly comparable in the sovereign-issued collectible coin segment.
• Perth Mint: Western Australian government mint producing gold and silver bullion (Kangaroo, Lunar series) plus collector and gift ranges; similar dual-product model mixing investment and collector offerings.
• New Zealand Mint: Privately held Kiwi mint licensed to issue legal tender collectibles for multiple nations, distributing bullion and themed collectible coin ranges globally; directly comparable private mint with mixed sovereign/clientele programs.
• Royal Canadian Mint: Canadian Crown corporation producing precious metal bullion coins (e.g., Maple Leaf) and a deep commemorative and numismatic catalog; directly comparable as a sovereign-affiliated mint distributing bullion and collectible coins globally.
• Pobjoy Mint: Privately held UK mint specializing in commemorative and collector coins for sovereign issuers globally; parallels ICMC's role as a private mint producing limited-edition collectibles on behalf of a national authority.
• The Royal Mint: UK government mint issuing Britannia and Lunar bullion plus extensive commemorative and gift ranges; comparable sovereign-mint distributor with strong global retail and direct-to-consumer channels.
• Royal Dutch Mint: Dutch national mint producing euro coins, gold Ducat, and commemorative programs; aligned as a European sovereign mint with a dual bullion/numismatic product mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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