¼ Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium OMS Pattern) 1908 front ¼ Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium OMS Pattern) 1908 back
¼ Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium OMS Pattern) 1908 photo
© Baldwins of St James Ltd

¼ Anna - Edward VII Aluminium OMS Pattern

1908 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
India - British (British India)
King
Edward VII (1901-1910)
Type
Pattern
Year
1908
Value
¼ Anna (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418940
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Denomination atop Country and Date encapsulated by detail.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
1/4
ANNA
INDIA
1908

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Thought to be a pattern and not a restrike due to metal composition not being known to be used in restrikes. 

Interesting fact

The Pattern ¼ Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium OMS Pattern) 1908 from India - British (British India) made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin that was never officially released into circulation. It was created as a pattern coin, which means it was produced as a trial or sample coin to test the design and production process, and only a limited number of coins were minted. As a result, it is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch a high price at auction.