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5 Rupees - Victoria 1854 Gold Set
1854 year| Gold (.800) | 3.95 g | 19.6 mm |
| Location | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | British East India Company |
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1854 |
| Value | 5 Rupees |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold (.800) |
| Weight | 3.95 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#424363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion marching left with Palm tree behind design with Issuer above and denomination below in English and Farsi.
Scripts: Latin, Persian
Lettering:
EAST INDIA COMPANY
FIVE RUPEES
Translation: Five Rupees
Edge
Plain -> Original
Reeded -> Restrikes
Comment
Listed together sometimes as a set in references, this is one of a four coin set in Gold (OMS strikes in Silver and Copper exist). Issued in 1854, this set consisted of a Mohur, a Double Mohur, a Ten Rupee Piece and a five Rupee piece. There is some suggestion that the coins were meant as patterns though agreement does not exist. Interestingly, these coins use an unusual gold alloy (800 fine, or 19.2 Karat) and designs used on other coins issued for circulation. Coin pictured is a restrike.
Interesting fact
The 5 Rupees - Victoria (1854 Gold Set) 1854 coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only 300 coins minted.
