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5 Dollars Menelik II
1964 (1972) year| Silver (.925) | 20.00 g | 40.00 mm |
| Issuer | Ethiopian Empire (Ethiopia) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Haile Selassie I (1930-1936, 1941-1974) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1964 (1972) |
| Calendar | Ethiopian |
| Value | 5 Dollars (፭ ብር) |
| Currency | Birr / Ethiopian Dollar (1945-1976) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 20.00 g |
| Diameter | 40.00 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | September 1976 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#135521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Bust of Emperor Menelik II facing right
Scripts: Ge'ez, Latin
Lettering:
1889-1913
MENELIK II EMPEROR OF ETHIOPIA
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Menelik II 5 Dollar coin is that it features an image of Emperor Menelik II on the obverse side, who was the first emperor of Ethiopia and ruled from 1889 to 1913. He played a significant role in the country's modernization and was known for his efforts to introduce modern technology and infrastructure to Ethiopia. The coin's design was created by the Italian engraver, G. V. Vaccari, and it was minted in 1972 as a non-circulating coin to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Menelik II's coronation.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 (1972) NI | 60000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Dollars (Menelik II) 1964 (1972) coin.
