Rare 1 Rupee 1991 Government of India Montek Singh Ahluwalia Signature Republic India Note # A580
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Highlights
A 1991 Government of India One Rupee note with the Sagar Samrat oil rig reverse, signed by Montek Singh Ahluwalia, serial 66K 238191.
📜 1991 Government of India 1 Rupee note featuring the historic Sagar Samrat oil rig reverse design.
✍️ Bears the authentic signature of Montek Singh Ahluwalia as Ministry of Finance Secretary.
⭐Highly Collectible
🌍 Graded in Fine (Heavy USED) condition, showcasing authentic circulation wear from its era of active use.
🔍 Compact paper currency measuring approximately 63 x 96 mm with classic Ashoka Pillar motif.
- Condition
- Fine (Heavy USED)
- Denomination
- 1 Rupee
- Country
- India
- Year
- 1991
Description
Rare Government of India One Rupee note of 1991, issued by the Ministry of Finance and signed by Montek Singh Ahluwalia as Secretary. The face carries the Hindi and English legend "Government of India", the one rupee coin motif with the Ashoka Pillar emblem, and serial number 66K 238191, while the reverse shows the Sagar Samrat offshore oil rig together with the 1991-dated one rupee coin.
- Denomination: One Rupee, Government of India issue
- Year on the coin vignette: 1991
- Signatory: Montek Singh Ahluwalia, Secretary, Ministry of Finance
- Material: paper; size about 63 x 96 mm
- Reverse theme: Sagar Samrat oil rig
- Condition: Fair, with folds, soiling, edge wear and pen writing on the face
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Step into the fascinating world of Indian numismatics with this scarce 1 Rupee banknote issued by the Government of India in 1991. Unlike most standard currency, this unique paper note was officially released by the Ministry of Finance and bears the distinguished signature of Montek Singh Ahluwalia, who served as the Finance Secretary during a pivotal era of economic transition.
Measuring approximately 63 by 96 mm, the face of the note showcases the iconic Ashoka Pillar emblem alongside a detailed motif of the classic one rupee coin. Flipping it over reveals the striking reverse theme featuring the Sagar Samrat offshore oil rig, celebrating India's industrial milestones. Graded in Fine (Heavy USED) condition, this circulated piece carries the authentic character of genuine historical exchange, displaying folds and handling marks that tell the story of its journey through time.
Numismatists and paper currency enthusiasts prize Ministry of Finance issues for their distinct legal status and scarcity compared to Reserve Bank of India notes. This collectible offers a tangible piece of late 20th-century economic history, making it a must-have addition to any serious repository of modern Indian banknotes.
Additional information
- Weight
- 500 g
- Size
- 260 × 160 × 60 mm
- Item code
- NH-A580
- Seller
- Numismatic Hub
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