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1 Rupee

1888 year
Silver (.917) 11.66 g 31 mm
Description
Issuer
Mombasa (Kenya)
Period
Imperial British East Africa Company (1887-1895)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1888
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1888-1895)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
11.66 g
Diameter
31 mm
Thickness
1.91 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#17050
Rarity index
47%

Reverse

Pair of scales above Arabic inscription.

Scripts: Arabic, Latin

Lettering:
IMPERIAL BRITISH EAST AFRICA COMPANY
عدل
H
· 1888 ·

Translation: Justice.

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee 1888 coin from Mombasa (Kenya) is a rare and valuable coin among collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage. It was minted during the British colonial era in Kenya and features the portrait of Queen Victoria on one side and an Arabic inscription on the other. The coin's silver content and unique design make it a sought-after collector's item, particularly among numismatists interested in African currency.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1888 H 94000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee 1888 coin.