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George VI Silver Rupee (1940–45)
1940–1945 · 11.66 g · 50% · 5.83 g pure silver
Silver (melt) value · 1 coin
0.1874 troy oz × live spot price
With 3% GST: ₹1,266
India market rate (incl. import duty)
Pure silver5.83 g
Purity500
Spot XAG/USD$59.44
About this coin
George VI Rupee
During the Second World War the silver content of the Indian rupee was cut to 50% (the "quaternary" alloy). George VI rupees dated 1940–1945 weigh 11.66 g but contain only about 5.83 g of silver.
Check the date before you value a George VI rupee. Coins dated 1938–1939 are 91.7% silver and worth almost twice as much as melt.
Specifications
- Weight
- 11.66 g
- Purity
- 50% silver
- Years
- 1940–1945
- Pure silver
- 5.830 g · 0.1874 ozt
Bulk values · 13 Oct 2026
George VI 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 | 5.8 g | ₹1,229 | ₹1,266 |
| 2 coins | 11.7 g | ₹2,457 | ₹2,531 |
| 5 coins | 29.2 g | ₹6,144 | ₹6,328 |
| 11 coins | 64.1 g | ₹13,516 | ₹13,922 |
| 21 coins | 122.4 g | ₹25,803 | ₹26,577 |
| 51 coins | 297.3 g | ₹62,665 | ₹64,545 |
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George VI Rupee: FAQ
How much is a George VI Rupee worth today?
Based on today's silver price (13 Oct 2026), the silver in a George VI Rupee is worth about ₹1,229. This is the melt value. Dealers and jewellers sell above it and usually buy slightly below it.
How much silver is in a George VI Rupee?
A George VI Rupee weighs 11.66 g at 50% purity, so it contains 5.83 g of pure silver (0.1874 troy oz).
What is the price of a George VI Rupee with GST?
Including 3% GST, the metal value is ₹1,266. 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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