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1 Birr - Zauditu Essai
1917 (1925) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Empress | Zauditu (1916-1930) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1917 (1925) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | 1 Birr / Thaler (አንድ፡ብር) |
| Currency | Birr / Thaler (1893-1931) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#299103 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion of Judea, value below
Script: Ge'ez
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Birr - Zauditu (Essai) 1917 (1925) from Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) made of Silver is that it was designed by the renowned French engraver and medalist, Gustave Schlumberger. Schlumberger was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous French 20 Franc gold coin featuring the profile of Marianne, the allegorical symbol of France. The Pattern 1 Birr coin features a portrait of Empress Zauditu, who ruled Ethiopia from 1916 to 1930, and was known for her efforts to modernize the country. The coin's design is considered a rare and unique example of early 20th-century Ethiopian numismatics, and it is highly sought after by collectors.
