The 1917 British India One Rupee is a historic silver coin minted during World War I under the reign of King George V. Below are the comprehensive specifications, design features, and historical context of this issue
Composition: 91.7% Silver (Standard Sterling Silver fineness for British India coinage, 11/12 fine)
Weight: 11.68 grams
Diameter: 30.6 mm
Thickness: 1.9 mm
Shape: Round
Edge: Reeded / Milled
Obverse (Front)
Central Figure: Left-facing bust of King George V wearing his imperial robes and the Imperial Crown of India.
Inscriptions: The text "GEORGE V KING EMPEROR" is divided cleanly along the left and right margins of the coin.
Border: A raised, decorative denticle pattern traces the outer rim. [1, 2]
Reverse (Back)
Central Text: The denomination "ONE RUPEE" and "INDIA", followed by the year "1917" in large, clear numerals.
Language Scroll: Just above the date, the denomination is also inscribed in Persian/Urdu script (Yek Rupiya).
Floral Wreath: A highly detailed, symmetrical wreath of conventional Indian flora (rose, shamrock, thistle, and lotus flowers) encircles the central text.
Border: Similar raised denticles line the rim
1917 ONE RUPEE BRITISH INDIA BOMBAY MINT HIGH GRADE COIN