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1 Rupee - George VI
1939 year| Silver (.500) (Copper .400, .050 Nickel, .050 Zinc) | 11.66 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Seychelles |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1939 |
| Value | 1 Rupee (1 SCR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1914-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (Copper .400, .050 Nickel, .050 Zinc) |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#31748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 33% |
Reverse
Lettering value inside ornament. Legend
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SEYCHELLES
ONE
RUPEE
1939
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupee - George VI 1939 coin from Seychelles is that it was made of a unique blend of metals, including silver, copper, nickel, and zinc. This blend of metals was specifically chosen to create a coin that was both durable and aesthetically pleasing, and it gives the coin a distinctive look and feel that sets it apart from other coins of its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1939 | 90000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee - George VI 1939 coin.
