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5 Rupees - Victoria
| Gold (.917) | 3.887 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1870-1875 |
| Value | 5 Rupees |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold (.917) |
| Weight | 3.887 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#25926 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Lettering:
FIVE
RUPEES
INDIA
1870
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Rupees - Victoria 1870-1875 coin from India - British (British India) is that it was minted during a time when India was still under British colonial rule, and the coin's design reflects this history. The obverse of the coin features an image of Queen Victoria, while the reverse features a depiction of a lion and the British royal crest. This coin is a tangible reminder of India's complex history and the influence of British colonialism on the country's currency and culture.
