Lesser Fiery Copper

Lesser Fiery Copper (Lycaena Thersamon)
Third in the "Butterflies of Israel" Series

The Lesser Fiery Copper is one of the most beautiful fiery-colored butterflies in Israel. A small butterfly with a 3cm wingspan, it is found throughout the year except in winter, in the area close to the Mediterranean and southwards as far as the Negev Desert. 

Israel's location at the meeting point of three zoological regions creates a rich wildlife, which includes butterflies have come to be a symbol of beauty and liberty. Their alluring colors and beauty together with their graceful movements create inspiration for artists.


Design: Meir Eshel

Description
Face: A beautiful butterfly depiction in full color on a background of flowers. Around the border, the name of the butterfly in English and Hebrew. To the right, the Holy Land Mint trademark , below the weight, metal fineness and mint year.
Common Reverse: A variety of butterflies fluttering around flowers.