ETHIOPIA, Ethiopian Empire. Menelik II. 1889-1913. AR ¼ Birr (24mm, 7.03 g, 5h). Paris mint; différents: cornucopia & fasces. Dated EE 1887 A (AD 1894). AU.Electronic Auction 571 – Session 2 World, Silver Sold For $ 475. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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ETHIOPIA, Ethiopian Empire. Menelik II. 1889-1913. AR ¼ Birr (24mm, 7.03 g, 5h). Paris mint; différents: cornucopia & fasces. Dated EE 1887 A (AD 1894). Crowned bust left / Crowned Lion of Judah left, head facing, holding banner on cross over shoulder. Gill p. 104; KM 3. Deep iridescent toning. AU. A rare proof-like strike, described by Gill as having a 60% premium over a regular UNC example. |