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1⁄32 Birr - Menelik II
1889 (1922-1933) years| Copper (Copper or Brass) | 2.86 g | 20.48 mm |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Menelik II (1889-1913) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1889 (1922-1933) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | 1⁄32 Birr / Thaler (የብር፡፴፪ኛ) |
| Currency | Birr / Thaler (1893-1931) |
| Composition | Copper (Copper or Brass) |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 20.48 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#17410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 35% |
Reverse
Crowned lion left with staff
Script: Ge'ez
Lettering:
ሞዓ ፡ አንበሳ ፡ ዘእምነገደ ፡ ይሁዳ
የብር ፡ ፴፪ኛ
Translation:
Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah
One thirty-second of a Birr
Engraver: Jean Lagrange
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/32 Birr coin featuring Menelik II is that it was minted during a time of great change and modernization in Ethiopia. Menelik II was a prominent leader who introduced many modern reforms and technological advancements to the country, including the construction of a railway, the establishment of a postal service, and the introduction of electricity and telephones. The coin itself is made of copper or brass and weighs 2.86 grams, making it a tangible representation of the country's growth and progress during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1889 (1922-1933) | 3353000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1⁄32 Birr - Menelik II 1889 (1922-1933) coin.
