Obverse
Head of the Luiz facing left, surrounded by LUDOVICUS·I·PORTUG:ET·ALGARB:REX * 1881 *, all within toothed border.
Reverse
Crowned shield of Portugal in the center with wreath on both sides, surrounded by INDIA PORTUGUEZA ·OITAVO DE RUPIA· with in sharp toothed border.
Issuer :
Portuguese India
Category :
Portuguese India
Ruler :
LUIZ I
Issue Value :
QUARTO DE 1/4 RUPIA
Year : 1881
Type :
Circulation
Metal & Metal Composition : Silver | 91.67% Silver, 8.33% Copper
Frequently Asked Questions about LUIZ I QUARTO DE 1/4 RUPIA Coin – 1881
The estimated collector value of a 1881 QUARTO DE 1/4 RUPIA coin ranges from approximately ₹800 to ₹2,000 in circulated condition, and ₹8,000 to ₹12,000 in Uncirculated (UNC) or GEM UNC condition, depending on strike quality and surface preservation.
This coin is minted in Silver with an official weight of 2.90 grams and a diameter of 19.00 mm. Its shape is Circular with a Reeded edge.
Coins struck at the Kolkata (Calcutta) mint generally feature no mint mark underneath the year 1881.
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