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Lot No.237
AUC50
British India
Auction Date: 04-01-2026
Silver
William IV, silver rupee, Mule, proof restrike, 1840, Bombay mint, letter 'F' in relief raised on truncation, S&W 1.49a; This coin features the obverse of William rupee paired with the reverse of an 1840 rupee, produced for Victoria.
The surfaces glint with an underlying luster, with strong gunmetal gray toning that tops the surfaces.
Given the impressive nature of the mule, this example is certain to be highly prized by any collectors of British Indian coinage.
NGC PF61, Exceptionally rare.
This Mule rupee displays the obverse of a William Rupee, with the reverse from an 1840 Rupee, produced for Victoria and which is dated three years after the death of William. Pridmore lists this mule was produced in Calcutta, whereas Stevens and Weir conclude it was "probably" minted in Bombay.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 18,00,000-25,00,000
Sold For :
Rs. 19,00,000
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