© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Pice - Victoria
| Copper | 3.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1885-1901 |
| Value | ½ Paisa (1⁄128) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17534 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Central beaded circle; value at top, dividing line, country, date. Ornate intertwined leaves outside, toothed rim
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1/2
PICE
INDIA
1889
Edge
Plain
Comment
- Weight varies 3.02-3.35 grams- Diameter varies 20.1-21.3
- Minted in Calcutta
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Pice coin from India - British (British India) made of Copper weighing 3.2 g is that it was designed by the famous British engraver and artist, William Wyon. Wyon was known for his exceptional skill in creating detailed and intricate designs, and his work can be seen on many coins from the British Empire era. The 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 from 1885 to 1901 and was widely used in India during that time. Today, it is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1885 | 6205840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1886 | 7733430 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1887 | 6464053 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1888 | 3190351 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1889 | 7587200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1890 | 3504000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1891 | 5139262 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1892 | 4774338 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1893 | 7004800 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1894 | 7776882 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1895 | 9873826 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1896 | 6113374 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1897 | 8483515 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1898 | 12940403 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1899 | 7936000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1900 | 5219900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1901 | 16056900 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Pice - Victoria 1885-1901 coin.
