20 Birr (World Football) 1974 (1982) front 20 Birr (World Football) 1974 (1982) back
20 Birr (World Football) 1974 (1982) photo
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20 Birr World Football

1974 (1982) year
Silver (.925) 23.33 g 38.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Ethiopia
Period
People's Democratic Republic (ሕዝባዊ ዲሞክራሲያዊ ሪፐብሊክ) (1987-1991)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1974 (1982)
Calendar
Ethiopian
Value
20 Birrs (ሃያ፡ብር) 20 ETB = USD 0.17
Currency
Birr (1976-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
23.33 g
Diameter
38.5 mm
Thickness
2.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#38134
Rarity index
67%

Reverse

Soccer players in front of two joined globes, denomination above

Scripts: Ge'ez, Latin

Lettering:
WORLD FOOTBALL 1982
BIRR 20
ETHIOPIA

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the 1974 FIFA World Cup, which was held in West Germany. The coin features a design of a football player in action, surrounded by the words "World Football" in English and Amharic, the official language of Ethiopia. This coin is a unique collector's item for football enthusiasts and numismatists alike, as it not only celebrates a significant sporting event but also showcases the rich cultural heritage of Ethiopia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1974 (1982)  10000 - - - - - -

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