Ethiopia 20 birr Year of the Child KM-54 UNICEF silver coin 1980 (1972)

The Ethiopia 20 Birr KM-54 silver commemorative coin was issued in 1980 (Ethiopian Era 1972) to support the International Year of the Child and the humanitarian mission of UNICEF. The reverse depicts four children engaged in everyday activities and learning, carrying books, school bags, and walking sticks, symbolizing education, friendship, care, and equal opportunities for every child. The UNICEF emblem appears above the group, reinforcing the coin's message of international cooperation for children's welfare. The obverse features the emblem of the Socialist Ethiopia program with a stylized parent-and-child symbol surrounded by laurel branches, together with the national inscription and official emblem. Struck in silver with a beautiful Proof finish, this commemorative issue reflects Ethiopia's participation in the global campaign to improve children's health, education, and future prospects. Combining an important humanitarian theme with attractive numismatic design, it is an excellent addition for collectors of UNICEF issues, social history, African commemoratives, and world silver coins.

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