India › Indian Princely states › Kutch 5 Kori (1865-1875) - Victoria [Pragmalji II] Rare Silver Coin

Description

Issuer	Kutch (Indian Local and Princely states)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1921-1932 (1865-1875)
Calendar	Vikram Samvat
Value	5 Kori (5 INK)
Currency	Kori (1586-1948)
Composition	Silver (.937)
Weight	13.87 g
Diameter	31.4 mm
Thickness	2.54 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

This exceptional 5 Kori silver coin represents a significant piece of Indian numismatic history from the princely state of Kutch during the reign of Pragmalji II (1865-1875). Minted during the British colonial era, this rare silver coin exhibits the refined artistry of 19th-century Indian coinage. Struck in .937 fine silver weighing 13.87 grams with a 31.4mm diameter, it features milled edge craftsmanship and medal alignment orientation, reflecting the technical standards of Victorian-era numismatics. The Kori currency, which circulated throughout Kutch from 1586 until Indian independence in 1948, holds tremendous historical significance as a symbol of the princely state's autonomy. This particular specimen is highly sought after by serious collectors due to its age, scarcity, and the limited mintage of Pragmalji II's reign. The coin's demonetized status further solidifies its collector status, making it a prized addition to numismatic collections focusing on Indian princely states or Victorian-era coinage. Ideal for historians, collectors of Indian numismatics, and investment-minded enthusiasts, this coin combines historical importance with intrinsic silver value, offering both cultural and monetary appeal.