1 Pice - Jigme (small type) 5 (1931) front 1 Pice - Jigme (small type) 5 (1931) back
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1 Pice - Jigme small type

5 (1931) year
Bronze 4.9 g 25.1 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
4.9 g
Diameter
25.1 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#33977
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Coin divided into nine sections, symbol on each section.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Pice - Jigme (small type) 5 (1931) coin from Bhutan is that it features a unique blend of traditional Bhutanese art and modern coin design. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Jigme Wangchuck, while the reverse side depicts a traditional Bhutanese dragon, known as a "druk," surrounded by intricate floral patterns. This combination of traditional and modern elements makes the coin a fascinating piece of Bhutanese culture and history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
5 (1931)  10000 - - - - - -

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