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¼ Werk - Menelik II
1889 (1897) year| Gold (.900) | 1.75 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Menelik II (1889-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 (1897) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | ¼ Werk (የወርቅ፡ሩብ) (2) |
| Currency | Birr / Thaler (1893-1931) |
| Composition | Gold (.900) |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#22979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Crowned lion facing left with foreleg holding ribboned cross
Script: Ge'ez
Lettering:
ሞዓ ፡ አንበሳ ፡ ዘእምነገደ ፡ ይሁዳ።
የወረቅ፡ሩብ
Translation:
Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah
Quarter Werk
Engraver: Jean Lagrange
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Werk - Menelik II 1889 (1897) coin from Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) is that it was minted during the reign of Emperor Menelik II, who was known for his efforts to modernize Ethiopia and promote its economic development. The coin's design features the Emperor's portrait on one side and the Ethiopian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 (1897) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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