© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
¼ Rupee - George V
| Silver (.917) | 2.92 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1912-1936 |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.05 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18581 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Within circle, date divides legend in English & Urdu (Chaar Aana). Outside circle, wreath made of roses, thistle, shamrock leaves and lotus flowers. All within a toothed border
Lettering:
1/4
RUPEE
INDIA
1936
چار آنہ
Translation:
1/4
RUPEE
INDIA
1936
4 Annas (1/4 Rupee)
Engraver: George Kruger Gray
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ¼ Rupee coin from India, minted during the reign of George V (1912-1936), is that it was made of silver (.917) and weighed 2.92 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin during the British colonial era in India and was used widely for everyday transactions. Despite being made of a valuable metal like silver, the coin was designed to be easily accessible and used by people of all economic backgrounds. This coin is a fascinating piece of history that showcases the economic and cultural exchange between India and Britain during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 9587000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1912 • | 2200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 | 12686000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1913 • | 2276000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 | 1423000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1914 • | 7949000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 | 851000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1915 • | 2096000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1916 | 13178000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1917 | 21072000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1918 | 50575000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 | 26135000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1925 • | 4007000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1926 | 8169000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1928 • | 4023000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 | 4013000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 | 3222000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1934 | 3946000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 | 25744000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1936 • | 9864000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupee - George V 1912-1936 coin.
