1 Rupee 1981
It is printed on Paper. It measures 96 × 63 mm. Its rarity is catalogued as scarce. Its market value ranges from $1.62 to $2.17 depending on the grade.
It corresponds to the first issue of this banknote.


| P#78 FO#5258 | |
| Name | 1 Rupee |
| Year / Series | 1981 |
| Country | India |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 96 x 63 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Rarity | Scarce |
| Popularity | |
| Price | $1.62 - $2.17 |
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Check the market value of the 1 Rupee banknote from India by grade, based on the prices recorded by collectors.
| Year / Series | UNC | XF | VF | F | VG | G | PR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rupee 1981 | $2.17 | $1.93 | $1.82 | $1.72 | $1.66 | $1.65 | $1.62 |
Historical Value Chart
The graph below illustrates the evolution of the price of the banknote over the last year. The calculation has been made taking into account the average of the values in all states of preservation, allowing us to assess whether its value is currently increasing.
Over the past year its market value has remained stable, at around $1.80.
All years of 1 Rupee
The 1 Rupee catalog from India brings together 2 issues dated between 1981 and 1991. Check the value of each year by grade, compare its price trend and discover the issues most sought after by collectors.
Last revision recorded by: Xabier RecheUpdate date: 12/29/2025Author: Foronum TeamForonum shows the authorship, review and update date of its entries to provide greater editorial transparency and traceability of the numismatic information published.