Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A.Monge da Silva (CC0)
½ Rupia - Luíz I Calcutta
| Silver (.920) | 5.8300 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| King | Luís I (1861-1889) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1881-1885 |
| Value | Meia Rupia = 8 Tangas = 96 Réis (½) |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Silver (.920) |
| Weight | 5.8300 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#44321 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Portuguese coat of arms
Script: Latin
Lettering:
INDIA PORTUGUEZA
* MEIA RUPIA *
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupia coin from Portuguese India is that it was minted during a time of great change and transition 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 ½ Rupia coin remained a popular and widely used denomination in Portuguese India, reflecting the ongoing economic and cultural ties between Portugal and its colonies in Asia.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1881 | 356653 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1882 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rupia - Luíz I (Calcutta) 1881-1885 coin.
