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House of Emirates® is delighted to present this beautiful and historically significant 1912 British India 1 Rupee silver coin, struck during the reign of King George V at the renowned Bombay Mint. A remarkable survivor from the British Raj, this substantial silver rupee combines imperial history, classic British Indian coinage design, precious-metal content, and strong collector appeal.
Featuring the crowned portrait of King George V on the obverse, the coin captures the distinctive style of early 20th-century British Indian coinage. The reverse displays the denomination “ONE RUPEE INDIA 1912”, surrounded by an exceptionally detailed ornamental composition incorporating elegant floral and botanical motifs.
The intricate engraving and generous 30.50 mm diameter give this rupee an impressive presence that is immediately appreciated when viewed in hand.
Struck in .917 fine silver, this 1912 India Rupee contains approximately 11.66 grams of silver and represents a fascinating chapter in the monetary history of the British Raj. The combination of high silver fineness, substantial weight, and elaborate Victorian-Edwardian influenced artistry makes the George V rupee particularly attractive to collectors of British India coins, Indian silver coins, George V coins, colonial coinage, and historic world currency.
This example is certified by NGC and carries an AU Details – Cleaned designation. NGC uses Details grading for genuine coins whose surface condition prevents the assignment of a conventional numerical grade. The AU (About Uncirculated) Details designation indicates that the coin retains the level of detail associated with the About Uncirculated range, with only light wear visible on the higher points of the design.
The “Cleaned” notation is an important part of the coin’s certification and should be understood by collectors. NGC explains that cleaning can alter a coin’s original surfaces and may prevent a conventional numerical grade; however, an authenticated Details-graded coin can still possess substantial historical and numismatic interest.
Beyond its technical specifications, this 1912 George V One Rupee offers a tangible connection to the monetary and political history of India more than a century ago. Every element—from the royal portrait of George V to the ornate floral reverse—reflects the craftsmanship and visual language of the period.
With a reported mintage of 79,067,000 pieces, the 1912 issue is an important and recognizable date within the George V British India rupee series. Its KM 524 catalog reference further identifies it within established world coin collecting literature.
Whether you collect British India coins, George V silver rupees, Indian colonial coins, antique silver coins, world coins, or historic currency, this 1912 One Rupee offers an appealing opportunity to own an authenticated piece of India’s fascinating numismatic heritage.
A striking combination of silver, history, artistry, and imperial-era craftsmanship, this George V 1912 India Rupee is a compelling addition to any serious collection of historic coins.
Own a remarkable piece of British Indian history—an elegant 1912 George V silver rupee preserved and authenticated by NGC.
