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1 Gersh - Haile Selassie I Pattern
1923 (1931) year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Haile Selassie I (1930-1936, 1941-1974) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1923 (1931) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | 1 Gersh (፩፡ግርሸ) (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Birr / Thaler (1893-1931) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#280382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion of Judah
Script: Ge'ez
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Gersh - Haile Selassie I (Pattern) 1923 (1931) from Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) made of Silver is that it features a unique blend of traditional Ethiopian coinage design and modern European influences. The obverse of the coin depicts a portrait of Emperor Haile Selassie I, while the reverse features a stylized image of a lion, which is a symbol of the Ethiopian monarchy. The coin's design was created by the Italian engraver, G. V. Vespignani, who was commissioned by the Ethiopian government to create a new currency for the country. The result is a coin that not only reflects the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia but also showcases the country's desire to modernize and engage with the global community.
