Stephen Album Rare Coins

Auction 48  –  18 - 22 January 2024

Stephen Album Rare Coins, Auction 48

Ancient, Islamic, Indian, Chinese and World Coins

Part 1: Th, 18.01.2024, from 6:00 PM CET
Part 2: Fr, 19.01.2024, from 6:00 PM CET
Part 3: Sa, 20.01.2024, from 7:00 PM CET
Part 4: Su, 21.01.2024, from 7:00 PM CET
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Description

BRITISH INDIA: George V, 1910-1936, AR rupee, 1911(c), KM-523, S&W-8.11, so-called "pig"-style elephant, one-year type, a lovely lustrous lightly toned example! PCGS graded MS63. The 1911 accession to the throne of Emperor George V led to the famous "pig rupee." On the coin, the King appeared wearing the chain of the Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire. Because of poor engraving the elephant looked very much like a pig. The Muslim population was enraged and the image had to be quickly redesigned.

Estimate: USD 200 - 300

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Price realized 325 USD
Starting price 170 USD
Estimate 200 USD
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