Description: (1897) Ethiopia Talari Pattern Silver Coin 1950's Hearn Issue Rare ETHIOPIA: Menelik II, 1889-1913, AR fantasy birr, 1897, KM-X2, Gil-S41, bust of King Menelik II left // stylized Lion of Judah, holding cross with banderole in its right front paw, with the denomination below, a wonderful attractively toned example! INS graded Proof 64. This medal was struck at the John Pinches mint in England in the 1950s for Geoffrey Hearn, who produced a number of such fantasy coins. The John Pinches mint was opened about 1840, became a major producer of medals and related items until it was bought by the Franklin Mint in 1969.The International Numismatic Society (INS) was a grading and encapsulating company in the early 1980's through the 1990's. This is the type with certificate number on the back. It was a well regarding company back in the early days of encapsulating coins.
Price: 440 USD
Location: Hallandale, Florida
End Time: 2024-10-12T14:29:15.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Circulated/Uncirculated: Uncirculated
Composition: Silver
Year: 1897
Grade: Ungraded
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ethiopia
Certification: Uncertified
