Victoria Empress, Silver, Rupee, 1890, Bombay Mint, C2/I, 'B' incused. GK 566. Almost Uncirculated. Scarce.

The 1890 Victoria Empress Silver Rupee, struck at the Bombay Mint, is a scarce and highly collectible issue from the British India coinage series. Catalogued as GK 566, this silver rupee features the portrait of Queen Victoria as Empress of India on the obverse and the classic floral wreath design encircling the denomination on the reverse. This variety belongs to the C2/I type and is distinguished by the incused “B” mint mark, an important diagnostic feature valued by specialist collectors of British India mint varieties. Offered in Almost Uncirculated (AU) condition, the coin retains strong details, attractive original surfaces, and good remaining luster, reflecting its well-preserved state. Scarce in this grade, it remains a desirable addition to collections of British India coinage, Victoria Empress issues, and early silver rupee varieties.