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1 Rupee - George VI
1938 year| Silver (.916) | 11.66 g | 30.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mauritius |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1938 |
| Value | 1 Rupee (1 MUR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1835-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.916) |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#34038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
National arms divide date above value.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
·⁕·MAURITIUS·⁕·
19 38
K G
·⁕·ONE RUPEE·⁕·
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1938 George VI 1 Rupee coin from Mauritius is that it was minted during a time when the island was still a British colony, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse of the coin features a portrait of King George VI, who was the reigning monarch of the United Kingdom at the time, while the reverse features a depiction of a sugar cane plant, which was a major crop in Mauritius and an important part of its economy. This coin is a unique piece of history that highlights the island's colonial past and its economic development.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1938 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 1938 coin.
