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Victoria Queen One Rupee (1862–1876): value and silver content
Struck after the Crown took over from the East India Company. Many of these rupees carry the date 1862 even though they were struck for years afterwards, so the date alone doesn't tell you when a coin was made. Small dots and marks near the date or legend tell the different issues apart, and some of those variants are much scarcer than others.
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| Ruler | Victoria (as Queen) |
|---|---|
| Years | 1862–1876 |
| Denomination | 1 Rupee |
| Metal | Silver (11/12 fine) |
| Standard weight | 11.66 g |
| Pure silver | 10.69 g |
Silver melt value
Default rate ₹250/g (August 2026). Enter today's rate for an accurate figure. Dealers usually pay below melt value, to cover their margin and refining costs.
What to check
Check the area around the date and the reverse wreath under a magnifier. Collectors pay for the scarce variants, not for the date.
Questions
How much silver is in a Victoria Queen One Rupee?
A full-weight coin has about 10.69 g of pure silver.
Is my Victoria Queen One Rupee worth more than its silver?
It can be. Sharp, unworn coins, scarcer dates and mint variants attract collectors. Heavily worn common dates usually sell close to melt value.
Should I clean the coin before selling?
No. Cleaning or polishing leaves fine scratches and removes original toning, and collectors pay noticeably less for cleaned coins.
Related coins
Victoria Empress One Rupee
1877–1901
Silver (11/12 fine)Edward VII One Rupee
1903–1910
Silver (11/12 fine)George V "Pig Rupee"
1911
Silver (11/12 fine)George V One Rupee
1912–1936
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