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Silver British India One Rupee Coin Ring - 1847-1901

A Victorian-era artifact, reimagined.

Forged from a genuine British India One Rupee coin (1847–1901), this ring preserves Queen Victoria’s portrait and the coin’s intricate wreath design in fine detail.

Balanced in size and weight, it’s perfect for small to medium-sized hands and for those who appreciate understated elegance with historic roots.


  • British India One Rupee — .917 fine silver, struck during the reign of Queen Victoria
  • Buying it as a gift? Choose your best guess on size. If it’s wrong, we resize it free.
  • Finished dimensions — 7.5mm wide, 8g, reflecting the small amount removed in piercing the center of the coin and smoothing the edges for comfort
  • Full and half sizes available (6 to 10) — fast and free lifetime resizing included if it ever needs adjustment
  • Usually ships in 2–3 business days — complimentary Priority shipping via UPS/FedEx, tracked and insured
  • Returnable within 60 days — wear it for a month, and if it isn’t right, return it for a full refund.
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Sale price445.00

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Real Coins, annealed and folded, never melted. Legal to own and wear.

Indian 1 rupee silver coin ring laying flat with a polished finish from Silver State Foundry
Silver British India One Rupee Coin Ring - 1847-1901 Sale price445.00
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Indian 1 rupee silver coin ring with an original coin and a patina finish from Silver State Foundry

The currency of an empire.

The British India One Rupee coin was first minted in 1847 and continued through the end of Queen Victoria’s reign in 1901. Struck in .917 fine silver, the coin served as the cornerstone of the Indian colonial economy and was a unifying symbol of British administration across the subcontinent.

Coins from this era carried two distinct portraits of Queen Victoria: the youthful “Young Head” portrait used in the earlier years, and the stately “Mature Head” portrait in the later issues. The reverse features a beautifully detailed wreath surrounding the denomination, reflecting Victorian design sensibilities and the fusion of British and Indian iconography.

Today, these coins are coveted for their historical importance and artistry. When transformed into a ring, the One Rupee coin becomes a wearable artifact of a formative era in global history.

Minted between 1847 and 1901 in .917 fine silver, the One Rupee coin was the backbone of British India’s currency system.

Featuring Queen Victoria’s portrait and a detailed wreath design, these coins are now prized pieces of Victorian heritage.

Sovereign MintsEach coin was struck and guaranteed by the coin's national mint — weight, purity, and content certified by the government.

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Fit & Sizing Confidence

Get the size right before you commit.

Sizing is the one thing that stops people at this point. So we removed it as a risk entirely.

What if I choose the wrong size or I gain/lose weight?

Lifetime resizing is included. Send it back and we'll resize it, free, for as long as you own it. 

How do I measure without a jeweler?

If you aren't sure of your size, select Request Ring Sizer instead of specifying your size. We'll mail you a sizer for free and wait for you to email us with it before we forge anything — it's the most accurate way to measure at home. Learn more about your three sizing options.

Can the coin ring be worn daily?

Yes — every piece is built for daily wear, not display. That said, like any fine jewelry, we recommend removing it before activities with heavy impact on your hands - yard work with tools, going to the gym, etc.

How long does a commission take?

Usually 2–3 business days, longer if a specific coin year is requested.

Stewardship & Return Policy

60-days, backed by lifetime care.

We are so sure you'll love your ring, all Heritage Silver Products are eligible for return within 60 days*. Wear it for a month or so. If it doesn't become a part of your life, return it for a full refund, no questions asked.

To protect your purchase, every commission includes:

✓ Free ring sizer before you commit to a size
✓ Lifetime resizing & refinishing, at no cost
✓ Fully insured, signature-required delivery

*Return policy applies to standard stock coins only. Pieces forged from a customer-requested specific year are sourced to order and are final sale.

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From Coin to Ring

Painstakingly shaped by hand

Forged to preserve the history, character, and visible details of the original coin, both inside and out.

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Source & authenticate

The coin is sourced and, where applicable, third-party graded before it reaches the bench.

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Center & pierce

The coin is centered and a small hole is created to allow shape expansion.

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Forge & shape

Multiple heat/cool/pressure cycles gradually fold the coin outward, preserving all details along the way.

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Size to target

Form to the exact target size at the exact same time it becomes work hardened.

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Finish & record

Hand-smooth the edges, apply the final finish, inspect, and enter it in the Founder's Ledger.

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Talk to the Foundry about sizing, timing, or which coin is right for you — before you commission.