British India 1 Rupee 1918 George V Silver Coin #V-164

Description

Issuer	India - British (British India)
King	George V (1910-1936)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Year	1918
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 ↑↑

This exceptional British India 1 Rupee silver coin from 1918 is a historic piece of numismatic significance, minted during the reign of King George V. Composed of .917 silver with a substantial weight of 11.66 grams and diameter of 30.5mm, this standard circulation coin represents an important era in Indian monetary history. The coin features classic milled coining technique with medal alignment, ensuring sharp, well-defined strikes characteristic of early 20th-century British Indian minting standards. As a genuine artifact from 1918—a pivotal year during World War I—this rupee holds considerable historical value. It exemplifies the craftsmanship of the British Indian mint system that served the subcontinent from 1770 until independence in 1947. Collectors prize George V rupees for their historical context, silver content, and representation of the British Raj period. The #V-164 designation indicates its cataloging within serious numismatic collections. Perfect for history enthusiasts, precious metal investors, and coin collectors, this piece combines intrinsic silver value with numismatic rarity. Whether building a British India collection, exploring early 20th-century coinage, or investing in historical silver, this 1918 rupee represents an authentic, tangible connection to a transformative period in world history.