Other Rare Indian Banknotes

India’s currency history extends far beyond the major government-issued series. This section is dedicated to rare and unusual banknotes that don’t fit neatly into the core categories but are no less significant for collectors and historians. These notes reflect the diversity of issuing authorities, regional histories, and cross-border influences across the Indian subcontinent.

Among these rarities are French India and Portuguese India banknotes, issued by colonial powers in limited regions along India’s coast. Also included are Gulf Rupees, which were Indian notes specially designated for use in Gulf countries such as Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates. Some of the most intriguing issues are linked to the Princely States, where certain local authorities issued their own forms of currency.

Each of these notes provides a fascinating glimpse into lesser-known chapters of Indian monetary history — whether through limited issuance, regional adaptation, or foreign governance. These pieces are highly collectible for their scarcity, distinctive markings, and the unique historical contexts they represent.

India’s Other Currency Note Issues

Discover our curated selection of rare Indian banknotes that fall outside the standard categories — including issues from French India, Portuguese India, Gulf circulation, the Princely States, and also fancy serial number banknotes. These notes offer a diverse glimpse into the broader monetary history of the region. Check back often as we continue to add unique finds to this growing collection.

Our Other Rare Indian Banknote Collection

Persian Gulf Rupees

Pick R1 – Persian Gulf Rupee 1 Rupee Red Color Z Prefix
Grade: VF • Price: $320

Pick R3 – Persian Gulf Rupee 10 Rupees Red Orange Color Z Prefix
Grade: VF • Price: $850

Fancy Serial Number Banknotes

Pick 60 - India 10 Rupees Solid Fancy Number S/0 333333
Grade: UNC • Price: $200

Pick 80 - India 5 Rupees Solid Fancy Number 22R 200000
Grade: UNC • Price: $200

Pick 84 - India 50 Rupees Solid Fancy Number 777777 UNC
Grade: UNC • Price: $200

We’re always updating our collection of British India banknotes. If you’re searching for a particular note — whether by Pick number, year, issuing circle, prefix, or any variety — we’d love to help.

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Continue your journey through India’s currency history with other collectible note series, from British colonial issues to post-independence paper money.

🔹 British India Banknotes
Discover the earliest official paper money of colonial India, including both uniface and portrait notes issued before independence.

🔹 King George V Banknotes
Explore the first portrait banknotes of British India, spanning multiple denominations from the 1910s to 1930s.

🔹 King George VI Banknotes
Explore notes featuring King George VI, issued in the late colonial and transitional years leading up to India’s independence.

🔹 British Burma Banknotes
Find notes used in Burma during colonial rule, including King George V overprints, RBI-issued peacock notes, and King George VI overprints.

🔹 King George VI Pakistan Banknotes
View British India notes lithographed with “Government of Pakistan” text — issued shortly after the 1947 partition for use in Pakistan.

🔹 Dominion of India Banknotes
Browse post-independence, pre-republic currency that retained the King’s portrait but marked the shift toward sovereignty.

🔹 Republic India Banknotes
See the Ashoka Pillar and Mahatma Gandhi series that define India’s official post-republic paper money.

🔹 Fancy Serial Number Banknotes
Discover banknotes with collectible serial patterns like solid numbers, ladders, low numbers, million number, and more.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, these curated categories offer a rich view into the historical, political, and artistic evolution of Indian currency notes.

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