1 Rupee - Sayaji Rao III 1292-1302 (1875-1885) front 1 Rupee - Sayaji Rao III 1292-1302 (1875-1885) back
1 Rupee - Sayaji Rao III 1292-1302 (1875-1885) photo

1 Rupee - Sayaji Rao III

 
Silver 11 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Baroda (Indian princely states)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1292-1302 (1875-1885)
Calendar
Islamic (Hijri)
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver
Weight
11 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#84308
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Nagari "Sa Ga" and scimitar, date

Comment

Laxmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara built in 1890 by Sayaji Rao III
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/67/Baroda_Lvp.JPG

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Sayaji Rao III, who was the ruler of the Princely state of Baroda in India from 1875 to 1885. He was known for his progressive policies and reforms, which helped to modernize the state and improve the lives of its citizens. The coin itself is made of silver and weighs 11 grams, making it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and history enthusiasts.