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Auction 44 – 15 - 18 September 2022

Ancient, Islamic, Indian, Chinese and World Coins

Part A: Th, 15.09.2022, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part B: Th, 15.09.2022, from 11:00 PM CEST
Part C: Fr, 16.09.2022, from 6:00 PM CEST
Part D: Fr, 16.09.2022, from 11:30 PM CEST
Part E: Sa, 17.09.2022, from 7:00 PM CEST
Part F: Su, 18.09.2022, from 7:00 PM CEST

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BRITISH INDIA: George V, 1910-1936, AR rupee, 1911(b), KM-523, S&W-8.15, so-call...

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BRITISH INDIA: George V, 1910-1936, AR rupee, 1911(b), KM-523, S&W-8.15, so-called "pig"-style elephant, one-year type, a wonderful lightly toned example! PCGS graded MS63. The 1911 accession to the throne of Emperor George V led to the famous "pig rupee." On the coin, the King appeared wearing the chain of the Most Eminent Order of the Indian Empire. Because of poor engraving the elephant looked very much like a pig. The Muslim population was enraged and the image had to be quickly redesigned.
Estimate: USD 150 - 250

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Price realized	260 USD
Starting price	140 USD
Estimate	150 USD

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