½ Rupee / Deb (Period IV) ND (1910-1926) front ½ Rupee / Deb (Period IV) ND (1910-1926) back
½ Rupee / Deb (Period IV) ND (1910-1926) photo
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½ Rupee / Deb Period IV ND

 
Copper 4 g 19.1 mm
Description
Issuer
Bhutan
King
Ugyen (1907-1926)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1910-1926
Value
½ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1789-1957)
Composition
Copper
Weight
4 g
Diameter
19.1 mm
Thickness
1.75 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#118087
Rarity index
78%

Reverse

Buddh symbols

Edge

Plain

Comment

Diameter can vary 17-21 mm and many varieties exist.

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of traditional Bhutanese design elements and modern coinage technology. The obverse side of the coin features the Bhutanese dragon, known as the "druk," while the reverse side features the denomination and the Bhutanese government's emblem. This combination of traditional and modern elements makes the coin a fascinating piece of numismatic history.