Description
📝 Product Description:
1835 William IV King One Rupee Silver Coin – 'F' Incuse Mark | British India (Excellent Condition)
Own a rare and significant piece of British India’s colonial coinage — the 1835 One Rupee silver coin featuring William IV, the last monarch before Queen Victoria. This coin bears the 'F' incuse mint mark, denoting its origin from the Calcutta Mint, and is a sought-after variant among numismatists.
Struck in .917 fine silver, this historic coin remains in excellent condition, with crisp inscriptions, minimal wear, and rich detail across both obverse and reverse. As the first uniform coinage introduced under British rule, the 1835 rupee is a landmark in India’s monetary history.
Coin Specifications:
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Year: 1835
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Ruler: William IV (Reign: 1830–1837)
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Denomination: One Rupee
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Mint Mark: ‘F’ incuse (Calcutta Mint)
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Metal: Silver (.917 purity)
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Weight: Approx. 11.66 grams
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Diameter: Approx. 30.5 mm
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Obverse: Bust of William IIII King facing right
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Reverse: EAST INDIA COMPANY with denomination and floral wreath
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Condition: Excellent – clean edges, legible details, lightly circulated
Why Collect This Coin?
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✅ First Uniform British India Coin – Dated 1835
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🪙 ‘F’ Incuse Variant – Scarce Calcutta Mint Issue
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🏛️ High Silver Purity – Numismatic & Investment Value
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🎁 Great for Heritage Collections, Display & Gifting
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📈 Collector’s Favorite – Rising Market Demand
This 1835 William IV One Rupee coin is more than currency — it's a direct connection to the early colonial era and a foundational piece for any serious British India coin collection.