British-India 1 Rupee 1835 – William IV Rare High Graded {(R.S.) MENTIONED ON NECK} Silver Coin # V-137

Location	India – British (British India)
Issuing company	East India Company
King	William IV (1830-1837)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1835-1840
Value	1 Rupee
Currency	Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition	Silver (.917)
Weight	11.66 g
Diameter	30.5 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

This exceptional British-India 1 Rupee silver coin from 1835 represents a remarkable piece of colonial numismatic history under King William IV’s reign (1830-1837). Minted by the prestigious East India Company, this piece features the distinguished bust of the monarch facing right, meticulously engraved by the renowned William Wyon.

Crafted from .917 fine silver with an impressive weight of 11.66 grams and a diameter of 30.5 mm, this coin exhibits outstanding quality through milled technique production. The distinctive marking “(R.S.) MENTIONED ON NECK” adds significant numismatic interest, making this variant particularly sought after by serious collectors. As a high-graded example, this coin represents superior preservation from an era when such pieces circulated extensively throughout the Indian subcontinent.

The historical significance is undeniable—this coin embodies a pivotal period of British colonial administration in India, now demonetized and transformed into a valuable collectible. Its rarity, combined with exceptional condition and the engraver’s signature mark, positions this as an outstanding investment piece. Perfect for collectors of British Imperial coins, Indian numismatics, or those fascinated by 19th-century monetary history, this specimen offers both historical authenticity and investment potential.