1 Rupee - Elizabeth II 1963-1971 front 1 Rupee - Elizabeth II 1963-1971 back
1 Rupee - Elizabeth II 1963-1971 photo
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1 Rupee - Elizabeth II

 
Copper-nickel 7 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1972)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1963-1971
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1871-1972)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
7 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#1594
Rarity index
7%

Reverse

Denomination

Lettering:
ලංකා
රැපියලයි
ஒரு ரூபாய்
ONE RUPEE
1963

Translation:
Lanka
One Rupee
One Rupee
ONE RUPEE
1963

Edge

Security edge (indented).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - Elizabeth II 1963-1971 coin from Sri Lanka is that it features a unique design that blends traditional Sri Lankan elements with modern features. The obverse of the coin bears the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse features a stylized depiction of a dolphin, which is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Sri Lankan culture. The coin's design was created by the renowned Sri Lankan artist, Justin Deraniyagala, and it is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1963  20000000 - - - - - -
1965  5000000 - - - - - -
1969  2500000 - - - - - -
1971  20000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee - Elizabeth II 1963-1971 coin.