1 Rupee - Victoria [Mangal Singh] 1891 front 1 Rupee - Victoria [Mangal Singh] 1891 back
1 Rupee - Victoria [Mangal Singh] 1891 photo
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1 Rupee - Victoria [Mangal Singh]

1891 year
Silver (.917) 11.66 g 30.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Princely state of Alwar (Indian princely states)
Empress
British India › Victoria (1876-1901)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1891
Value
1 Rupee
Currency
Rupee
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
11.66 g
Diameter
30.2 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#33142
Rarity index
60%

Reverse

Urdu legend in circle
Outside circle legend in English: ONE RUPEE, ALWAR STATE flanked by two Jhars with 15 leaves

Lettering:
ONE RUPEE
۱۸۹۱
ALWAR STATE

Translation: Urdu legend in circle:"Maharaj Shri Sawai Mangal Singh Bahadur 1891"

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1 Rupee coin from the Princely state of Alwar, issued in 1891 during the reign of Victoria, is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was made of silver (.917) and weighed 11.66 grams, which was a significant departure from the standard coinage of the time. This coin's unique composition and weight made it stand out among other coins in circulation, and it has become a prized collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1891  160000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupee - Victoria [Mangal Singh] 1891 coin.