¼ Anna - Victoria (Pattern) 1891-1901 front ¼ Anna - Victoria (Pattern) 1891-1901 back
¼ Anna - Victoria (Pattern) 1891-1901 photo
© Baldwins of St James Ltd

¼ Anna - Victoria Pattern

 
Gold - 20 mm
Description
Issuer
India - British (British India)
Queen
Victoria (1837-1901)
Type
Pattern
Years
1891-1901
Value
¼ Anna (1⁄64)
Currency
Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition
Gold
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#315055
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Denomination and date, wreath surrounds

Script: Latin

Lettering:
ONE
QUARTER
ANNA
INDIA
1893

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Pattern ¼ Anna - Victoria (Pattern) 1891-1901 from India - British (British India) made of Gold is that it was designed by the famous British artist and designer, William Wyon. Wyon was known for his work on various coins and medals, and his design for this coin features a portrait of Queen Victoria on one side and a depiction of a crowned shield with the British coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in gold and has a unique pattern, which makes it stand out among other coins of its time.