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1 Rupee
1968 year| Plastic (red) | - | - |
| Issuer | Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Clunies-Ross V (1946-1978) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1968 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1878-1984) |
| Composition | Plastic (red) |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#70470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value at center, encircled by a continuous looping line.
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1R
Interesting fact
The Cocos (Keeling) Islands 1 Rupee coin made of plastic (red) in 1968 is a unique and interesting piece because it was created as a substitute for the traditional metal coins that were in short supply at the time. The use of plastic as a material for coins was a pioneering effort by the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, and it paved the way for the use of plastic in the production of coins in other countries. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and it serves as a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
