© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Rupee - Victoria
| Silver (.917) | 5.83 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1862-1876 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Silver (.917) |
| Weight | 5.83 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17813 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 42% |
Reverse
Denomination above the date surrounded by a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALF
RUPEE
INDIA
1862
Edge
Milled
Comment
To identify mint for date 1862 see the image
Top to Bottom:
1- Bombay mint
2- Calcutta mint
3- Madras mint
- For Obverse Reverse types and mint marks please see...
- Obverse Types - http://jfcampbell.us/india/victoria/hrupee-obv.htm
- Reverse types - http://jfcampbell.us/india/victoria/hrupee-rev.htm
- Mint marks - http://jfcampbell.us/india/victoria/hrupee-mm.htm
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee coin from India, minted during the reign of Victoria (1862-1876), is that it was made of silver (.917) and weighed 5.83 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin during the British colonial era in India and was widely used for everyday transactions. Despite being made of a valuable metal like silver, the coin was designed with a relatively low weight, making it accessible to a wider range of people in the economy. This fact highlights the historical significance of this coin as a symbol of commerce and trade during the British Raj in India.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1862 | 1623000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1874 • | 1654000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 | 2257000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1875 • | 1023000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1876 • | 966000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Rupee - Victoria 1862-1876 coin.
