UNLISTED Extremely Rare 1840 Victoria Queen One Rupee – Madras Mint DL W.W.B. Raised Variety
Summary
- Condition: XF
- Minor scratches, Cleaning marks, Surface wear
- Provenance: Dealer purchase
- Buyer Protection included
Description
Rare and highly collectible 1840 Victoria Queen One Rupee featuring the sought-after Madras Mint Double Leaf (DL) W.W.B. Raised Variety with 29 berries (13+16 configuration). An advanced die variety rarely encountered and seldom offered publicly.
This example shows strong wreath detailing, sharp legends, and well-preserved portrait features with attractive old silver surfaces. The raised W.W.B. characteristic and berry alignment remain clearly visible under magnification, making it a significant specialist variety for advanced British India collectors.
Condition:
Approx. EF to AU Details
Strong strike and sharp wreath details
Clear raised variety markers
Attractive original surfaces
Light circulation wear with good overall eye appeal
A premium collector-grade Madras Mint variety coin and an important addition for serious East India Company and British India specialists.