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1 Rupee - Bombay Presidency INO James II
| Silver | 11.45 g | - |
| Issuer | Bombay Presidency (British India) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1686-1687 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1672-1835) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 11.45 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#292220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Farsi legend.
Script: Persian (nastaliq)
Unabridged legend: Zarb Mumbai Fi Sanah Julus 4 Angrez Shadi
Translation: Struck at Bombay in the 4 year of English wedding.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The legends on these extremely rare rupees were tentatively deciphered by John Deyell in an article published in the Journal of Academy of Indian Numismatics & Sigillography, Vol.III 1980, pp.57-60. On 12th April 1686, King James II renewed the East India Company's charter after the establishment at Bombay suffered a rebellion by Captain Richard Keigwin who took over the control from the Company in the name of the King. Along with addressing causes of discontent, and with a view to streamline the trade, the charter permitted the Company with “full power license and authority to coin in their forts, any species of money usually coined by the Princes of these countries”, provided they matched the standards of such coins in terms of weight and fineness. It is probable that coins in Mughal style bearing the name of James II were struck at this time, to alleviate the frustrations caused by English-style 'Pax Deo' rupees, which traders on the Konkan mainland and beyond were very reluctant to accept. About six pieces are known of these coins.Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee coin from Bombay Presidency (British India) made of Silver weighing 11.45g, minted between 1686-1687, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's one of the earliest coins minted by the British East India Company in India and features an image of King James II on one side and a lion on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item, with some specimens selling for thousands of dollars at auction.
