1 Kori - Victoria [Khengarji III] 1938-1941 (1881-1884) front 1 Kori - Victoria [Khengarji III] 1938-1941 (1881-1884) back
1 Kori - Victoria [Khengarji III] 1938-1941 (1881-1884) photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

1 Kori - Victoria [Khengarji III]

 
Silver (.610) 4.7 g 16.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Kutch (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1938-1941 (1881-1884)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
1 Kori (1&nbspINK)
Currency
Kori (1586-1947)
Composition
Silver (.610)
Weight
4.7 g
Diameter
16.9 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#67946
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Trident, closed crescent & dagger,
Rao's name in Devnagari, VS date below

Lettering:
महारउ श्रीं
खेंगरजी
१९३९

Translation:
"Maharau Shree
Khengarji
1939

Edge

Plain

Comment

Weight varies 4.4 - 4.7 grams

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Kori coin from the Princely state of Kutch is that it was minted during the reign of Khengarji III, who was the ruler of Kutch from 1875 to 1942. The coin features an image of Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory, on one side, and the Kutch coat of arms on the other. The use of Victoria's image was a common practice among Indian princely states during the British colonial era, as it symbolized the state's allegiance to the British Empire. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Indian history.