Rare Violet Color 1 Rupee 1951 Signed by HM Patel Plain Inset U Prefix Government of India Secretary Ministry of Finance Republic India Note # A547

Description

Rare Government of India One Rupee note dated 1951, issued after independence and signed by the Secretary, Ministry of Finance. The face carries the Ashoka Lion Capital roundel, "ONE RUPEE" in English and Hindi, and the serial number U/39 672640, while the reverse shows the 1951 one rupee coin vignette with wheat ears and the denomination in several Indian languages.

• Denomination: One Rupee
• Year on note: 1951
• Issuer: Government of India, Secretary, Ministry of Finance signature
• Material: paper, purple and green printing
• Size: approximately 64.9 x 101.1 mm
• Condition: Very Fine, even toning with light handling marks

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Step back into the dawn of the Republic of India with this exceptional 1-rupee banknote issued in 1951. Proudly bearing the iconic signature of H.M. Patel, then Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, this elusive Government of India note is a true cornerstone for advanced numismatists. Featuring a striking violet color scheme and the coveted 'U' prefix alongside a plain inset, it captures a fascinating transitional era in Indian monetary history. The front showcases the majestic Ashoka Lion Capital, while the reverse displays a detailed vignette of the 1951 one-rupee coin surrounded by wheat ears and multilingual denominations. Graded in Almost UNC (Almost New) condition, this piece displays remarkable crispness and paper quality that is exceedingly difficult to find for issues of this age. Collectors covet this specific signature variety for its historical depth and scarcity, making it a prestigious centerpiece that elevates any serious paper currency collection. Please note that the accompanying photographs display the exact historical note you will receive.