Description
1892 Ethiopia Birr
Description: Enhance your collection with this rare 1892 Ethiopia Birr coin. This coin is in Very Fine Plus (VF+) condition and comes securely housed in a Hartberger holder. With a mintage of 401,000, this coin is a significant piece of Ethiopian numismatic history.
Key Features:
- Year: 1892
- Issuer: Ethiopian Empire
- Composition: Silver (0.835)
- Weight: 28.07 grams
- Diameter: 40 mm
- Condition: Very Fine Plus (VF+)
- Holder: Hartberger
- Mintage: 401,000
- Catalogue References: KM# 19
- Price: £500
Highlights:
- Historical Significance: Represents the reign of Emperor Menelik II, who modernized Ethiopia and expanded its territory. The coin was minted during a period of significant transformation and development in Ethiopia.
- Design Details: Obverse features the crowned bust of Emperor Menelik II, symbolizing his authority and vision for a unified Ethiopia. The reverse showcases the Lion of Judah, a powerful symbol of Ethiopian sovereignty and the Solomonic dynasty.
- Collector’s Item: A valuable addition for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
Historical Facts:
- Emperor Menelik II: Known for his victory at the Battle of Adwa in 1896, where Ethiopian forces defeated the Italian army, securing Ethiopia’s independence and making it one of the few African nations to resist European colonization.
- Lion of Judah: The Lion of Judah has been a symbol of the Ethiopian monarchy for centuries, representing the lineage of the Ethiopian emperors from the biblical King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.
