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1 Rupee - George VI Sterling Proof Issue
1940 year| Silver (.925) | 11.66 g | 30.5 mm |
| Location | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Issuing institution | Government of India |
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1940 |
| Value | 1 Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Thickness | 2.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#423396 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination, date and State in circule surrounded by floral pattern consisting of rose, thistle, shamrock and Lotus. These represent England, Scotland, Ireland and India respectively.
Scripts: Latin, Urdu
Lettering:
ONE
RUPEE
INDIA
1940
یک روپیہ
Translation: One Rupee
Edge
Security
Comment
The story behind this (as far as is known, unique) coin is unclear but is thought to be have been struck by a mint employee as a piece to remember the transition from the high purity alloy used traditionally (917 silver) to the Quaternary Alloy (500 fine - half silver). Issued in proof, identical to other coins struck that year in type otherwise. Struck in 92.5% fine (Sterling) Ag. No Mint mark, thus a Kolkata Coin. Coin itself has very deep cameo and frosting.
Interesting fact
The 1 Rupee - George VI (Sterling Proof Issue) 1940 coin is a rare and unique coin, with only 10,000 pieces minted. It was issued to commemorate King George VI's visit to India in 1940.
