Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
Obverse © A. Monge da Silva (CC0)
1 Rupia - Maria I Hairdress; Goa
| Silver (.917) | 10.5 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Queen | Maria I (1786-1799) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1796-1807 |
| Value | 1 Rupia = 600 Téis |
| Currency | Rupia (1706-1880) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 10.5 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#45587 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Rupia coin from Portuguese India featuring Maria I (Hairdress; Goa) is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in the region. The coin was issued between 1796 and 1807, a period when the Portuguese Empire was facing challenges from both within and outside its borders. Despite these challenges, the coin remained a widely used and trusted form of currency throughout the region, a testament to the enduring legacy of the Portuguese Empire.
