A unique auction took place in London, where an Indian ₹100 note was sold for INR 56,49,650. This note, issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the 1950s, had the serial number HA 078400. This was no ordinary note. It was part of a special series known as the ‘Haj Note’. In the mid-20th century, RBI issued these notes specifically for Indian pilgrims travelling to Gulf countries for the Haj pilgrimage, to prevent the illegal purchase of gold.
These notes had a unique ‘HA’ prefix before the number, which made them easily recognizable. They also differed in colour from standard Indian currency notes. While the notes were valid in some Gulf countries where the Indian rupee was accepted, such as the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Oman, they were not valid within India.
These Notes Are Rare
Kuwait introduced its currency in 1961, followed by other Gulf countries. Before this, Kuwait only used Indian currency. As a result, the issuance of Haj notes was discontinued in the 1970s. Today, these notes are considered rare and highly valuable among currency collectors, with their worth depending on factors such as condition and rarity.
10 Rupee Notes Sold for Over 12 Lakh INR
In another auction in London, two old 10 Rupee notes fetched extraordinary prices: one sold for INR 6.90 lakh, and the other for INR 5.80 lakh. These are not ordinary currency notes, but items of historical significance, which is why they are highly sought after. Issued on May 25, 1918, these notes are connected to the last years of the First World War. Their appeal is also linked to their association with the British ship SS Shirala, which was torpedoed by a German U-boat and sank on July 2, 1918. The wreck and its historical context make these notes exceptionally valuable.
Historical Connection to the SS Shirala
In addition to their age, these 10 Rupee notes (Old Notes Sell) have a connection to the British ship SS Shirala. On July 2, 1918, the ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat and sank. This connection to a historical event adds to the importance and value of these notes.
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