Lot 492

British India, Victoria Empress (1862-1901 AD), Silver Rupee, 11.62 gms, 30.55 mm, Calcutta Mint, 1885 AD, C2 / I / No Mint Mark, This is the 1st currency specimen ever reported, The new design obverse C2, were used for the first time in 1885 AD, and Original proof strike is known to exist with this new obverse by Calcutta mint. The obverse of this coin is listed as proof coin issue of Calcutta mint, in 1885 rupee. However this specimen is a currency strike without 'c' incuse, which make it even more collectible, Unlisted in pridmore & S&W, GK # 507, Being auctioned for the 1st time, missing in all major collections, very fine+, extremely rare.