1 Rupee 1962-1974 front 1 Rupee 1962-1974 back
1 Rupee 1962-1974 photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

1 Rupee

 
Nickel 10 g 28 mm
Description
Issuer
India
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1962-1974
Value
1 Rupee 1 INR = USD 0.012
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28 mm
Thickness
2.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#15376
Rarity index
16%

Reverse

Denomination and date, grain ears flank

NOTE: Different mintmarks
♦ (small dot/diamond) = Mumbai
B (letter "B") = Mumbai Proof Issues
(no mintmark) = Calcutta

Lettering:
रुपया 1 RUPEE
1970

Edge

Security

Comment

- The 1970 rupee was issued in 3 finishes (click on image below)

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin was designed by the famous Indian artist, Jamini Roy. He was known for his unique style of painting that blended traditional Indian motifs with modern techniques. The coin features a portrait of Mahatma Gandhi, who played a significant role in India's struggle for independence. The coin's design was meant to symbolize India's transition from a colonial state to a free nation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1962  3689000 - - - - - -
1970 ♦ - - - - - -
1970 B 3046 - - - - - -
1971 B 4375 - - - - - -
1972 B 7895 - - - - - -
1973 B 7567 - - - - - -
1974 B - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee 1962-1974 coin.