¼ Rupee - George VI 1938-1939 front ¼ Rupee - George VI 1938-1939 back
¼ Rupee - George VI 1938-1939 photo
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¼ Rupee - George VI

 
Silver (.917) 2.92 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
India - British (British India)
King
George VI (1936-1952)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1938-1939
Value
¼ Rupee
Currency
Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition
Silver (.917)
Weight
2.92 g
Diameter
19 mm
Thickness
1.3 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#20326
Rarity index
30%

Reverse

Within the center circle, date divides legend in English & Urdu (Chaar Aana) and a wreath made of roses, thistle, shamrock leaves and lotus flowers outside the center circle, all within a toothed border

Lettering:
1/4
RUPEE
INDIA
1939
چار آنہ

Translation:
1/4
Rupee
India
1939
4 Annas (1/4 Rupee)

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 1938-1939 ¼ Rupee coin from India, featuring George VI, was the last silver coin issued by the British India government before India gained independence in 1947.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1939  3071555 - - - - - -
1939 • 6770000 - - - - - -

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