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The Order of Emperor Menelik II Original Ethiopian Order Medal Rare, Collectible
The Order of Emperor Menelik II Original Ethiopian Order Medal Rare, Collectible

The Order of Emperor Menelik II Original Ethiopian Order Medal Rare, Collectible

$ 105.07

Availability: 100 in stock
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  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
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  • Condition: Used
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    The Order of Emperor Menelik II Original Ethiopian Order Medal
    The Order of Emperor Menelik II The Order of Emperor Menelik II was founded in 1924 by the Regent, Ras Tafari Makonnen, during the reign of Empress Zauditu, and is one of the most attractive of the Imperial Orders. It is also sometimes referred to as “The Order of the Lion of Judah” 24 or as “The Order of the Ethiopian Lion”; indeed, these names appear to have applied to what was essentially one comprehensive honour. In 1996, the Crown Council decided to end this anomaly by establishing two separate Orders with distinct insignia and ribands: the old insignia designated for Menelik and the new design for the Lion. Thus both Orders (Emperor Menelik II and the Ethiopian Lion) can be said to have been founded in 1924 with modification into two Orders in 1996. Arthus-Bertrand, in Paris, has traditionally made the Order, while Spink, in London, has made the Order of the Ethiopian Lion. The medal measures -- 2 1/2 inches tall including the ribbon loop by 2 inches wide
    The ribbon is not original (new rinnon)