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1 Birr ETB
P-P-46
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What's on the note
Front: Young Ethiopian woman in traditional dress with agricultural scene showing cattle and trees in the background. The woman represents Ethiopia's agricultural heritage and rural population, which forms the backbone of the country's economy. The cattle (zebu cattle) are integral to Ethiopian farming and culture, used for plowing, transport, and as a measure of wealth. The lion watermark references the Lion of Judah, symbol of the Ethiopian monarchy and national emblem. Text appears in both Amharic and English, reflecting Ethiopia's multilingual character.
Back: Tis Abay (Blue Nile Falls), also known as Tis Issat ('smoking water' in Amharic), located on the Blue Nile River near Bahir Dar in northwestern Ethiopia. These spectacular falls, approximately 45 meters high during the rainy season, are one of Ethiopia's most iconic natural landmarks. The Blue Nile originates from Lake Tana and flows through Ethiopia before joining the White Nile in Sudan to form the Nile River. Two birds appear on the left side, likely endemic Ethiopian species, emphasizing the country's rich biodiversity and natural heritage.
How it was made
Signatures: Governor: signature present but name not clearly legible
Security features: intaglio,microprint,security_thread
Ethiopia in Africa
Ethiopia in Africa. Other countries on the same continent shown in muted grey.
Background & history
This note belongs to the 1997 series issued by the National Bank of Ethiopia following the establishment of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia in 1995. The series replaced earlier designs and introduced new security features while maintaining traditional Ethiopian imagery. The 1 Birr denomination was the lowest paper note denomination of this series. These notes were gradually replaced starting in 2006 with updated designs featuring more prominent portraits of Ethiopian leaders and enhanced security features. The 1997 series emphasized Ethiopia's natural wealth, agricultural economy, and cultural heritage rather than political figures, reflecting the transitional period following decades of civil conflict.
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How it came to me
Note appears to have light handling with minor wear at edges, otherwise well-preserved with good color and detail retention
What it's worth now
Valuation history (1)
| date | low | high | currency | source | note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 17:09:41 | 2.0 | 8.0 | USD | ai | from claude-sonnet-4-5 |
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