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5 Rupees

1913 year
Plastic (plastic ivory) - -
Description
Issuer
Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia)
Ruling authority
Clunies-Ross IV (1910-1944)
Type
Token
Year
1913
Value
5 Rupees
Currency
Rupee (1878-1984)
Composition
Plastic (plastic ivory)
Shape
Octagonal (8-sided)
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#70464
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Serial number, value, issuer's name, and actual issue date.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
396
R. 5
J.S.CLUNIES ROSS
1913

Interesting fact

The 5 Rupees coin from Cocos (Keeling) Islands (Australia) made of Plastic (plastic ivory) in 1913 is interesting because it was created as a substitute for the traditional metal coins that were in short supply at the time. The use of plastic ivory as a material was a unique and innovative solution to the problem, and it has since become a sought-after collector's item due to its rarity and historical significance.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1913  1000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rupees 1913 coin.