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1 Rupee Dutch East India Company
| Silver (.792) | 13.15 g | - |
| Issuer | Indonesia › Netherlands East Indies (1601-1949) |
|---|---|
| Period | United East India Company (1602-1800) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1790-1799 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Java - Rupee (1744-1818) |
| Composition | Silver (.792) |
| Weight | 13.15 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#118887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Stylized Arabic script.
Comment
Prev. KM#175a.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The Dutch East India Company, which issued the coin, was facing increasing competition from other European powers and local rivals, and the coin may have been minted as a way to maintain control and assert dominance over the region. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and widely accepted metal for currency.
