© Ben Dettweiler (CC BY)
© Ben Dettweiler (CC BY)
¼ Rupia - Luíz I Calcutta
| Silver (.920) | 2.9 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Luís I (1861-1889) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1881-1885 |
| Value | Quarto de Rupia = 4 Tangas = 48 Réis (¼) |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#22389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Crowned arms flanked by sprigs
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDIA PORTUGUEZA
·QUARTO DE RUPIA·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupia coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the region. The coin was issued during the reign of King Luíz I, who ruled Portugal from 1861 to 1889. During his reign, the Portuguese Empire was facing significant challenges, including the loss of its American colonies and the decline of its traditional industries. Despite these challenges, the ¼ Rupia coin remained a popular and widely used denomination in Portuguese India, reflecting the ongoing importance of trade and commerce in the region.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | 470748 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupia - Luíz I (Calcutta) 1881-1885 coin.
