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1⁄12 Rixdollar
| Copper | 36 g | 27.8 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972) |
|---|---|
| King | George III (1802-1820) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1801-1815 |
| Value | 1⁄12 Rixdollar |
| Currency | Rixdollar (1796-1828) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 36 g |
| Diameter | 27.8 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1823 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#63347 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Elephant facing left, date in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1813
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1/12 Rixdollar coin from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) is that it was used as a form of currency during a time when the country was under Dutch colonial rule. The coin was introduced in 1801 and was used until 1815, during which time it was equivalent to 1/12 of a Rixdollar, the main currency used in the Dutch East Indies. This coin was made of copper and weighed 36 grams, making it a substantial and valuable coin for its time. Despite its age, some of these coins can still be found in good condition and are highly sought after by collectors today.
