1 Pice - Jigme (large type) 5 (1931) front 1 Pice - Jigme (large type) 5 (1931) back
1 Pice - Jigme (large type) 5 (1931) photo
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1 Pice - Jigme large type

5 (1931) year
Bronze 7.0 g 26.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Bhutan
King
Jigme (1926-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
5 (1931)
Calendar
Chinese cyclical (cycle starting in 1924)
Value
1 Paisa (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1789-1957)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.0 g
Diameter
26.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33976
Rarity index
83%

Interesting fact

The 1 Pice - Jigme (large type) 5 (1931) coin from Bhutan features a unique blend of traditional Bhutanese art and modern coinage technology. The obverse side of the coin showcases the portrait of King Jigme Wangchuck, while the reverse side features the Bhutanese dragon, a symbol of strength and good luck in Bhutanese culture. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a limited number minted in 1931.