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1 Rixdollar - George IV
1821 year| Silver (.892) | 8.98 g | 26.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | George IV (1820-1830) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1821 |
| Value | 1 Rixdollar |
| Currency | Rixdollar (1796-1828) |
| Composition | Silver (.892) |
| Weight | 8.98 g |
| Diameter | 26.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#15734 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Lettering above Elephant and wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CEYLON
ONE
RIX DOLLAR
1821
Engraver: William Wyon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Rixdollar coin from Sri Lanka, also known as Ceylon, is interesting because it was issued during the reign of King George IV in 1821, yet it features a unique blend of European and Sri Lankan elements. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of King George IV, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Sri Lankan lion and the words "Ceylon Rixdollar" in English and Tamil. This blending of cultures reflects the complex history of Sri Lanka, which was a British colony at the time but had a rich cultural heritage of its own.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1821 | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rixdollar - George IV 1821 coin.
