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1 Rupee - Jigme Dorji

🇧🇹 Bhutan · 1 Rupee · 1966–Present
Regular
Weight5.84 g
Diameter21.28 mm
Mintage 20,000
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition91.70% Silver, 8.30% Copper
DesignerAlbert Pearson Spencer
RulerJigme Dorji
ReferenceKM# 24
Collector's Key World IDCKW-BTN-29

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Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1966 Bhutan 1 Rupee coins were minted?
20,000 were struck.
What is a 1966 Bhutan 1 Rupee made of?
91.7% Silver, 8.3% Copper, weighing 5.84 g.
What is the melt value of a 1966 Bhutan 1 Rupee?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1966 Bhutan 1 Rupee a key date?
It's a more common issue overall, though scarcer varieties may carry a premium — see the varieties list.