1 Rupee (larger type) 1979-1981 front 1 Rupee (larger type) 1979-1981 back
1 Rupee (larger type) 1979-1981 photo
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1 Rupee larger type

 
Copper-nickel 6.5 g 26.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Pakistan
Period
Islamic Republic (1956-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1979-1981
Value
1 Rupee 1 PKR = USD 0.0036
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
26.5 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#114140
Rarity index
19%

Reverse

Denomination flanked by sprays

Lettering:
1
روپيه

Translation: 1 Rupee

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin from Pakistan, which was minted between 1979 and 1981, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The coin features a crescent moon and a five-pointed star on its obverse side, which are symbols of Islam, the dominant religion in Pakistan. This design was chosen to reflect the country's cultural and religious heritage and to promote a sense of national identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979  - - - - - -
1980  14522000 - - - - - -
1981  12038000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee (larger type) 1979-1981 coin.