© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
¼ Rupee - George VI
1940 year| Silver (.500) | 2.92 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1940 |
| Value | ¼ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) |
| Weight | 2.92 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.38 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#20325 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
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
Scripts: Latin, Urdu
Lettering:
1/4
RUPEE
INDIA
1940
چار آنہ
Translation: Urdu: 4 annas (= 1/4 rupee)
Edge
Reeded
Comment
- Mint marksBombay, bead below lower flower on reverse
Calcutta no mint mark
- This type has shorter fleur-de-lis in the crown (see image)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1940 George VI ¼ Rupee coin from India is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in India. The coin was minted in 1940, just a year before India gained its independence from British colonial rule. This coin is a symbol of the transition from British colonial rule to Indian independence, making it a unique and interesting piece of history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 68675000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1940 • | 28947000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ¼ Rupee - George VI 1940 coin.
