© riteshjainca
© riteshjainca
1 Rupee "Experimental coin"
1985 year| Copper-nickel | 6.14 g | 25.86 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1985 |
| Value | 1 Rupee 1 INR = USD 0.012 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 6.14 g |
| Diameter | 25.86 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#352470 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Numerical 1 in the center, flanked by grain sprigs, Devanagari legend “RUPAYA” above 1 and English letters “RUPEE” with date 1985 below
Lettering:
रुपया
1
RUPEE
1985
Interesting fact
The Pattern 1 Rupee coin was designed to experiment with a new coinage system for India, which was considering a shift from the traditional Anna-paisa system to a decimal system. This coin was one of the test coins minted in 1985, and it features a unique design that sets it apart from other Indian coins. The coin's obverse features the national emblem of India, while the reverse features the denomination "1" in bold font, surrounded by the words "RUPEE" and "EXPERIMENTAL COIN" in English and Hindi. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
