1972 Ethiopia - 5 Birr/Ethiopian Dollars

1972 Ethiopia - 5 Birr - Hailé Selassié I 80th Birthday Commemorative

Grab a piece of Ethiopian history with this 1972 5 Birr coin, issued to commemorate the 80th birthday of Hailé Selassié I. This collectible coin is a neat reminder of a significant figure in Ethiopian history.

Please note that some improper handling has unfortunately marred the appearance of this coin. However, to ensure its condition is preserved moving forward, it has been carefully stored in a brand new capsule.

This coin is composed of .999 fine silver and weighs 25 grams.

The obverse features a bust of Hailé Selassié I facing to the right, surrounded by inscriptions in both Ge'ez and Latin (Fraktur blackletter) scripts. You'll see the lettering:

Ge'ez: ቀዳማዊ ኃይለ ሥላሴ Latin (Fraktur blackletter): Haile Selassie I

Below the bust, in a regular Latin font, you'll find "Haile Selassie I 1972 HF".

Despite the imperfections from previous handling, this commemorative coin remains a great addition to any collection focusing on world coinage or African history. With a mintage of 100,000, it's a tangible link to a specific moment in time, now protected in its new capsule. Don't miss out on this interesting piece!