Description
🏦 Banknote Overview
Country: Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Issuer: National Bank of Ethiopia
Denomination: 50 Birr
Year: 2015 (printed on note)
Catalog Reference: Pick #51g
Serial Number: CN6595804
🎨 Design & Appearance
🔶 Front (Obverse)
Dominant orange / brown color
Text in Amharic and English
Features:
Lion’s head (symbol of Ethiopia, strength and heritage)
Serial numbers printed in black
“National Bank of Ethiopia”
“FIFTY BIRR”
Signature of the governor
Background has fine geometric patterns and security printing
🔶 Back (Reverse)
Shows rural agricultural scene
Farmers working with oxen (ploughing field)
Symbolizes:
Ethiopia’s agriculture-based economy
Includes denomination “50” and decorative patterns
🔐 Security Features
Vertical security thread (visible dark strip in center)
Watermark area (light blank area on left)
Microprinting & fine line patterns
See-through register elements
Color-shifting / anti-counterfeit printing (subtle)
📦 Condition (From Holder)
Graded as: “About Uncirculated (AU)”
Means:
Very light handling
Almost new, minimal folds or wear
💰 Collector Value (Approx.)
Typical value:
$5 – $15 USD (depending on condition and market)
Your note (AU grade in holder):
Likely $10 – $20 USD
📝 Extra Notes
Ethiopia redesigned its currency in recent years, but this 2015 issue is still collectible
The lion symbol is historically linked to Ethiopian identity (Lion of Judah tradition)