1⁄12 Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium Pattern OMS) 1909 front 1⁄12 Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium Pattern OMS) 1909 back
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1⁄12 Anna - Edward VII Aluminium Pattern OMS

1909 year
Aluminium - -
Description
Issuer
India - British (British India)
King
Edward VII (1901-1910)
Type
Pattern
Year
1909
Value
1⁄12 Anna (1⁄192)
Currency
Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition
Aluminium
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1947
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#418936
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Denomination atop Country and Date encapsulated by detail.

Script: Latin

Translation:
1/12
ANNA
INDIA
1909

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Unknown mint but likely Calcutta, as with other 1/12 Anna pieces. Thought to be a pattern and not a restrike due to metal composition not being known to be used in restrikes. 

Interesting fact

The Pattern 1⁄12 Anna - Edward VII (Aluminium Pattern OMS) 1909 from India - British (British India) made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It is considered a valuable collector's item among numismatists and is highly sought after due to its historical significance and rarity.