1 Mohur - Victoria 1854 Proof Set
1854 year| Gold (.800) | 11.7 g | 26 mm |
| Location | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | British East India Company |
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1854 |
| Value | 1 Mohur (15) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold (.800) |
| Weight | 11.7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#424577 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion marching left with Palm tree behind design with Issuer above and denomination below in English and Farsi.
Scripts: Latin, Persian
Lettering:
EAST INDIA COMPANY
ONE MOHUR
يک اثرفى
Translation: One Ashrafi
Edge
Plain -> Original
Reeded -> Restrikes
Comment
Listed together sometimes as a set in references, this is one of a four coin set in Gold (OMS strikes in Silver and Copper exist). Issued in 1854, this set consisted of a Mohur, a Double Mohur, a Ten Rupee Piece and a five Rupee piece. There is some suggestion that the coins were meant as patterns though agreement does not exist. Interestingly, these coins use an unusual gold alloy (800 fine, or 19.2 Karat) and designs used on other coins issued for circulation. Coin pictured is a restrike, and these coins were likely minted in Calcutta.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Mohur - Victoria (1854 Proof Set) coin is that it was minted in a very limited quantity, with only 150 coins produced, making it a highly sought-after collector's item.
