India, Portuguese ½ Rupia 1936 - Republic Lisboa mint Rare Silver Coin
V-489Rare 1936 Portuguese India ½ Rupia silver coin from Lisboa Mint. A historically significant colonial-era collectible, prized for its silver content, vintage design, and appeal to serious numismatists.
| Issuer | Portuguese India  |
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| Period | Republic (1910-1961) |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Year | 1936 |
| Value | ½ Rupia = 8 Tangas |
| Currency | Rupia (1880-1958) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 1948 |
Description
India, Portuguese ½ Rupia 1936 – Republic Lisboa Mint Rare Silver Coin
Step into the layered history of colonial India with this 1936 Portuguese India ½ Rupia silver coin, struck at the prestigious Lisboa Mint. This rare collectible coin represents a unique chapter when Portuguese India maintained its own monetary identity under European governance. For serious numismatists and history enthusiasts, this coin is more than currency. It is a tangible artifact from a transitional political and economic era.
Issued in 1936, this ½ Rupia belongs to the period when Portuguese territories in India, including Goa, Daman, and Diu, operated under the Portuguese Republic. Coins from this time reflect a blend of European minting precision and Indian circulation heritage. That dual identity is what makes this piece especially attractive for collectors building a Portuguese India coin collection or expanding their British India and colonial coin portfolio.
Key Features and Specifications
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Country: Portuguese India
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Denomination: ½ Rupia
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Year: 1936
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Mint: Lisboa ... This exceptional **1936 Portuguese India ½ Rupia silver coin** represents a compelling piece of numismatic history from Portugal's colonial era in Asia. Struck at the esteemed Lisboa Mint, this circulation coin features .917 fine silver composition, weighing 6 grams with a precise 25.5mm diameter. Issued during the Portuguese Republic period (1910-1961), the coin embodies the unique intersection of European minting craftsmanship and Indian monetary traditions, making it particularly sought after by collectors of colonial currency and Asian numismatics. The historical significance cannot be overstated—this coin circulated in Portuguese Indian territories including Goa, Daman, and Diu until demonetization in 1948, capturing a pivotal moment before India's independence transformed the region forever. Its scarcity stems from limited mintage and the passage of nearly a century, making authenticated examples increasingly difficult to source. Serious collectors value this piece for its silver content, authentic patina, distinctive design elements, and its role documenting Portugal's often-overlooked colonial monetary system. Whether building a specialized Portuguese India collection or expanding a broader colonial currency portfolio, this coin offers both investment potential and historical authenticity. #
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