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1 Birr - Menelik II Pattern - Right foreleg raised
1892 (1900) year| Silver | 28.0750 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Menelik II (1889-1913) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1892 (1900) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | 1 Birr / Thaler (አንድ፡ብር) |
| Currency | Birr / Thaler (1893-1931) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 28.0750 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#181826 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Script: Ge'ez
Lettering:
ሞዓ፡አንበሳ·ዘእምነገደ፡ይሁዳ።
አንድ:ብ C
Engraver: Jules-Clément Chaplain
Edge
Smooth with embossed inscriptions
Comment
An extremely rare Pattern issue for Ethiopia with the primary components of the design matching that of the adopted issue, but the obverse having the addition of the designer's signature in the field below Menelik II's chin and the reverse missing the signature and Paris Mint privy marks that were placed in exergue.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Birr - Menelik II (Pattern - Right foreleg raised) 1892 (1900) from Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) made of Silver weighing 28.0750g is that it was designed by the French engraver and medalist, Oscar Roty. Roty was a renowned artist who was known for his work on various coins, medals, and banknotes, and his design for the Menelik II coin was particularly notable for its intricate details and realistic portraiture. The coin's design features a portrait of Menelik II on the obverse, with the imperial crown and a background of rays, while the reverse depicts a lion standing on a rocky outcrop, symbolizing the strength and power of the Ethiopian Empire. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of African history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1892 (1900) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Birr - Menelik II (Pattern - Right foreleg raised) 1892 (1900) coin.
