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British India Silver Rupee
1835–1939 · 11.66 g · 91.7% · 10.69 g pure silver
Silver (melt) value · 1 coin
0.3438 troy oz × live spot price
With 3% GST: ₹2,321
India market rate (incl. import duty)
Pure silver10.69 g
Purity917
Spot XAG/USD$59.43
About this coin
British India Rupee
Silver rupees struck under British rule, from William IV and Victoria through Edward VII, George V and early George VI, weigh 11.66 g (one tola) and are 91.7% silver. Each one holds about 10.69 g of pure silver.
Common dates in circulated condition trade close to their melt value. Scarce dates, mint marks, errors and high-grade coins can be worth far more to collectors, so have a coin checked before you sell it for scrap.
Specifications
- Weight
- 11.66 g (1 tola)
- Purity
- 91.7% silver
- Years
- 1835–1939
- Rulers
- William IV, Victoria, Edward VII, George V, George VI
- Pure silver
- 10.692 g · 0.3438 ozt
Bulk values · 13 Oct 2026
British India Rupee value by quantity
Common gifting quantities (11, 21 and 51 are traditional shagun numbers). The GST column adds 3%.
| Quantity | Pure silver | Melt value | + GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 coin | 10.7 g | ₹2,253 | ₹2,321 |
| 2 coins | 21.4 g | ₹4,506 | ₹4,641 |
| 5 coins | 53.5 g | ₹11,266 | ₹11,604 |
| 11 coins | 117.6 g | ₹24,785 | ₹25,528 |
| 21 coins | 224.5 g | ₹47,316 | ₹48,736 |
| 51 coins | 545.3 g | ₹1,14,911 | ₹1,18,358 |
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British India Rupee: FAQ
How much is a British India Rupee worth today?
Based on today's silver price (13 Oct 2026), the silver in a British India Rupee is worth about ₹2,253. This is the melt value. Dealers and jewellers sell above it and usually buy slightly below it.
How much silver is in a British India Rupee?
A British India Rupee weighs 11.66 g at 91.7% purity, so it contains 10.69 g of pure silver (0.3438 troy oz).
What is the price of a British India Rupee with GST?
Including 3% GST, the metal value is ₹2,321. Shops also add a making charge, so a typical retail price will be higher. Use the premium checker on this page to see how much extra a quote includes.
How do I know if I'm paying a fair price?
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