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½ Rupee - Victoria Off Metal Strike
1862 year| Gold | 5.85 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Victoria (1837-1901) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1862 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.85 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#88126 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Value and date within wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
HALF
RUPEE
INDIA
1862
Edge
Reeded
Comment
- Struck during the first year of production for the crowned head Victoria type and the first instance of gold off-metal strikes in British India. The reason for the existence of this type is not entirely known, but several reasons can be hypothesized. Whatever the actual reason, we know today that 1862-dated gold strikings are incredibly rare.- Calcutta mint
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Rupee - Victoria (Off Metal Strike) 1862 from India - British (British India) made of Gold weighing 5.85 g is that it was minted during the reign of Queen Victoria, who was the longest-reigning British monarch, ruling for 63 years and 7 months. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, and its off-metal strike in gold makes it particularly unique.
