1911 - 1936, (King George V)

 

Obv – Crowned head of King George V with the legend “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR”

Rev – Coin value in English and Persian with date surrounded with a floral design.

King George VI was coroneted in 1937. Rupee coins were issued bearing his effigy from 1938. 

Specifications
Weight- 180 grains
Metal composition- 165 grains of pure silver and 15 grains of alloy
Diameter – 1.3”
Shape - Circular
Edge – milled
Obv - effigy of the then king or queen of United Kingdom
Rev – Value of the coin