1840 Queen Victoria Continuous Legend 1 Rupee
India • 1840 • 1 Rupee • Catalog: KM# 457
Quick Numismatic Identification & Valuation
The 1840 Queen Victoria Continuous Legend 1 Rupee is a historic silver (.917) coin issued in 1840 during the East India Company era under Queen Victoria. Authentic specimens typically weigh 11.66g with a diameter of 30.50mm.
Estimated collector price range for authentic, problem-free specimens. Premium uncirculated grades (MS-63+) and documented mint state command higher auction prices.
Numismatic Specifications
| Country / Entity | India |
| Year of Issue | 1840 |
| Denomination | 1 Rupee |
| Mint & Location | Calcutta, Bombay, Madras (Presidency Mints) |
| Ruler / Authority | Queen Victoria |
| Metal / Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 11.66 g |
| Diameter | 30.50 mm |
| Thickness | 1.85 mm |
| Shape & Edge | Round, Milled |
| Mintage | 400,000,000 (Combined) |
| Rarity Status | Common in circulated, Rare in Uncirculated / Proof |
Historical Background & Collector Significance
Obverse (Front) Design
Young head of Queen Victoria facing left with continuous legend: "VICTORIA QUEEN".
Reverse (Back) Design
EAST INDIA COMPANY, ONE RUPEE, with date 1840 and Persian inscription inside wreath.
Collector & Authenticity Notes
Fascinating variety of mint initials on neck truncation (W.W., S, F). Look out for proof restrikes and high-grade lustrous coins.
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