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1 Rupia - Republic Lisboa mint
1952 year| Copper-nickel | 12.03 g | 30.3 mm |
| Issuer | Portuguese India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1910-1961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1952 |
| Value | 1 Rupia = 16 Tangas = 192 Réis |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.03 g |
| Diameter | 30.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1958 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#29425 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 49% |
Reverse
Shield on lined circle at center of Maltese Cross
Script: Latin
Lettering:
REPUBLICA· PORTUGUESA
·1952·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 1952 Portuguese India 1 Rupia coin features a unique design that reflects the country's history and culture. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of António de Oliveira Salazar, who was the Prime Minister of Portugal at the time, while the reverse side features an image of the Vasco da Gama Bridge, which connects the city of Lisbon to the district of Setúbal. This bridge was completed in 1966 and was considered an engineering marvel at the time. The coin's design serves as a symbol of Portugal's colonial history and its influence on Indian culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Rupia - Republic (Lisboa mint) 1952 coin.
