Rare 1 Rupee 1919 King George V Bombay Mint British India Silver Coin # A172

Rare silver One Rupee of British India dated 1919, issued in the name of King George V, Emperor of India. The obverse carries the crowned and robed bust of the King with the legend “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR”, while the reverse shows the value “ONE RUPEE INDIA” and the date within an ornate wreath of floral emblems, with the Urdu value below.

• Denomination: One Rupee
• Year: 1919
• Mint: Bombay (no mint mark below the date)
• Metal: Silver, 0.917 fine, approximately 11.66 g
• Diameter: about 31 mm, reeded edge
• Condition: Extremely Fine, with sharp wreath detail and only light handling marks

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Step back in time to the height of the British Raj with this exquisite 1 Rupee silver coin, struck in 1919 under the reign of King George V. As a pillar of early 20th-century currency in British India, this piece embodies the intricate craftsmanship of the era. Struck at the prestigious Bombay Mint from high-purity 0.917 silver, it features the majestic crowned bust of the King-Emperor on the obverse and a delicate floral wreath enclosing the denomination on the reverse. Preserved in a stunning Almost Uncirculated (Almost UNC) condition, this specimen displays exceptional eye appeal with minimal handling marks and sharp, well-defined details that are rarely found on circulating silver of this age. Numismatists and historians prize 1919-dated issues for their scarcity and connection to the turbulent post-World War I global economy. Whether you are building a comprehensive imperial coin collection or seeking a tangible piece of numismatic history, this rare #A172 cabinet piece offers both timeless beauty and enduring heritage. Please note that the photographs display the exact coin you will receive.