© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Anna - George VI
| Nickel brass | 2.92 g | - |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1942-1945 |
| Value | ½ Anna (1⁄32) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Size | 19.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 1 October 1954 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
Denomination and date within decorative outline, Value in 4 Indian languages outside border Urdu, Bengali, Telugu & Devnagari within a toothed rim
Lettering:
دو پیسہ
दो पैसा দুই পয়সা
INDIA
AN ½ NA
1944
రెండు పైసలు
Translation: Two Paisa (=1/2 anna)
Edge
Plain
Comment
- MintsDots on sides of "INDIA" (• INDIA •) - Calcutta mint KM# 534b.2
No dots on sides of "INDIA" (INDIA) - Bombay mint KM# 534b.1
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Anna coin from India, minted during the reign of George VI (1942-1945), is that it was made of Nickel brass, a metal alloy that is resistant to corrosion and has a long lifespan. This makes it a durable and practical choice for a circulating coin, especially in a country with a humid climate like India. Additionally, the coin's weight of 2.92 grams makes it easy to handle and transport.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1942 | 159000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1943 | 437760000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1944 | 514800000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1945 | 215732000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Anna - George VI 1942-1945 coin.
