Description
- This authentic Ethiopian coin was first minted in 1977, and then once more from 2004-2012
- It is 21.5 mm in diameter; the coin and chain are made of brass
- Chain length options from 16 to 36 inches ensure that it will fit just about anyone
- The date and text are written in Amharic, which is the official language of Ethiopia
- Gift ready, comes in an elegant gift box and optional gift messaging. If you would like to add a gift message: 1. check the "this is a gift" box (above the "Proceed to Checkout" button) after adding the item to your cart. 2. After selecting the shipping address, you will be able to enter your message in the "Gift Options" page.
The lion of Judah is a symbol used by the nation's ruling family, the Imperial House of the Ethiopian Empire, which claimed lineage from King Solomon. A key figure in Ethiopian history and the last ruler of the dynasty was Haile Selassie, Emperor of Ethiopia (1930-74).
