Quarter birr from 1897, the Ethiopian ¼ birr (¼ talari) coin issued under Emperor Menelik II. It’s a piece of early Ethiopian coinage, struck during the empire’s transition from foreign-dominated currency (like the Maria Theresa thaler) to its own national monetary system. Almost uncirculated as seen in the pictures, you will get exactly what you can see. Key Facts About the 1897 Quarter Birr - Country: Ethiopian Empire - Ruler: Emperor Menelik II - Year: 1897 (Ethiopian calendar date: 1889) - Denomination: ¼ birr (¼ talari) - Mint: Paris Mint (Monnaie de Paris) - Composition: 83.5% silver - Weight: 7.02 g - Diameter: 24 mm - Mintage: 400000 No shipping to USA