1911(B) India "Pig" Rupee NGC AU58

A 1911(B) Indian Rupee, known colloquially as the "Pig" Rupee, notable for the small elephant motif on the monarch’s robe that some interpreted as resembling a pig. This historic coin is an interesting piece from British India with a well-documented backstory and strong appeal to collectors.

Obverse: The obverse features the crowned bust of the reigning monarch wearing a robe that includes a small elephant motif which led to the coin’s informal nickname.

• Country: India
• Year: 1911(B)
• Denomination: Rupee
• Composition: Silver (50% fineness)
• Size: 30.5 mm diameter, 2.21 mm thickness
• Weight: 11.66 g (approximate)
• Grade: NGC AU58

AU58 indicates an almost uncirculated coin with only the lightest traces of wear visible on the highest points while retaining strong overall eye appeal and most original detail.