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📌 Basic Information
• Country: Ethiopia
• Denomination: 25 Santeem
• Year: 1936
• Ruler: Emperor Haile Selassie I
• Grading (Your Coin): F 12 (Fine 12)
• Grading Company: Middle East Grading Alliance (MEGA)
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🔎 Design Details
Obverse (Front):
Portrait of Emperor Haile Selassie I facing left.
Legend in Amharic script around the portrait.
Reverse (Back):
Denomination “25 Santeem” with date and decorative elements, also in Amharic.
Edge Shape:
Distinctive scalloped (wavy) shape, which makes Ethiopian coins of this era unique and collectible.
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⚙️ Specifications
• Metal: Copper or Bronze
• Shape: Scalloped
• Weight: Approx. 4–5 grams
• Diameter: Approx. 22–23 mm
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📖 Historical Context
1936 was a very important year for Ethiopia.
It was during the Italian invasion of Ethiopia (Second Italo-Ethiopian War). Shortly after, Emperor Haile Selassie went into exile before returning in 1941.
Coins from this year are historically interesting because they represent the last period before Italian occupation currency changes.
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💰 Market Value (2026 Estimate)
For grade F12 (Fine condition):
• Approximate value: $15 – $40 USD
• Higher value if:
• Clear portrait details
• Even natural brown patina
• No heavy corrosion
Your coin appears to have dark patina and wear, which is normal for circulated copper pieces.