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British India: Victoria, 1862, 0-4 dot, Reverse Lakhi, Unique, NGC XF details

Currency:CAD Category:Coins & Paper Money / Indian Coins - Colonial Start Price:800,000.00 CAD Estimated At:800,000.00 - 850,000.00 CAD
British India: Victoria, 1862, 0-4 dot, Reverse Lakhi, Unique, NGC XF details
1862, Queen Victoria, Silver Rupee, 0–4 dot Reverse “Lakhi” Variety, weighing approximately 11.66 grams, Graded and Slabbed by NGC XF Details. Unique.Notes: A highly collectible and desirable variety from the early decimal series of British India, struck in 1862 during the reign of Queen Victoria. This rupee features the well-known “Lakhi” reverse, a distinctive die variety identified by the bold, deeply punched LAKHI-style decorative floral elements, most notably the thickened leaf pattern and characteristic extra engraving strokes that clearly differentiate it from the normal 1862 reverse dies. It represents an excellent opportunity to acquire a key specialist variety from the Victorian series and is especially sought after in advanced British India type and variety collections, making it ideal for inclusion in premium portfolios and specialized numismatic auctions focusing on scarce die varieties.