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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
1 Anna - George VI Pattern
1940 year| Gold | 7.79 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George VI (1936-1952) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1940 |
| Value | 1 Anna (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 7.79 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 12 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Name of country, denomination, date below within floral pattern. Value in four languages, Urdu, Telugu, Bengali & Devanagari outside.
Lettering:
ایک آن ఒకఅణా
INDIA
AN 1 NA
1940
एक आना এক আনা
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 1 Anna - George VI (Pattern) 1940 from India - British (British India) made of Gold weighing 7.79 g is that it was designed by the renowned artist and sculptor, Benedetto Pistrucci, who was an Italian engraver and designer who worked for the Royal Mint in London. He is known for his intricate designs and his work on various coins, including the famous 1819 British gold sovereign.
