![British India, William IV, Proof Restrike Rupee, '1835'. PF62 [IC1-40] - Image 2](https://colonialcoins.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/IC1-40-2.jpg)
Description
British Raj (Crown Rule of India), time of Victoria of the House of Hanover, Queen of the United Kingdom 1837-1901 AD, as Empress of India, Silver Proof Rupee, ‘1835’, Early restrike issue, Calcutta mint circa 1850s – 1880s, in the name and image of King William IV. Obverse: Bare head of King William IV facing to the right, “F” incuse on truncation, legend surrounds, “WILLIAM IIII, KING.”. Reverse: Denomination in English and Persian within wreath of laurel, tied below with ribbon, date below, company’s name surrounds, “EAST INDIA COMPANY”. Steven & Weir 1.43; KM-450.2. Certified and graded by PCGS as Proof 62. Some minor die rust over the portrait indicative of an early restrike of the mid to late 19th century, a masterful example.
