The currency is New Israeli Shekel (NIS). It also is represented by the symbol . The currency that is less than a Shekel is the Argorah or Argorot for the plural.

The following photos will help you get a head start on recognizing the Israeli currency.

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There are paper bills for 20, 50, 100 & 200 Shekels. 

 

Here is a 100 Shekel bill front and back

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10 Shekels

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5 Shekels

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2 Shekels

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1 Shekel

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50 Argorot or 1/2 Shekel

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10 Argorot