1 Rupee (Dutch East India Company) 1764-1788 front 1 Rupee (Dutch East India Company) 1764-1788 back
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1 Rupee Dutch East India Company

 
Silver (.833) 13.15 g -
Description
Issuer
Indonesia › Netherlands East Indies (1601-1949)
Period
United East India Company (1602-1800)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1764-1788
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Java - Rupee (1744-1818)
Composition
Silver (.833)
Weight
13.15 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#126501
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Crude Arabic legend

Script: Arabic

Lettering: ل

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Mint mark types:


No known specimens exist of coins dated 1782, 1787, and 1789. Prev. KM#175

Batavia mint

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Dutch East Indies, which is now known as Indonesia, during the 18th century. Despite being issued by the Dutch East India Company, the coin features a depiction of a Hindu goddess, Sri Devi, on one side, reflecting the cultural influences of the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1764  1 - - - - - -

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