© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
8 Annas - George V
| Copper-nickel | 7.77 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1919-1920 |
| Value | 8 Annas (½) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 7.77 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#17177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 26% |
Reverse
Denomination and date in the center within a scalloped shape inside a double lined square
Value (8 annas) in four Indian languages, Urdu, Bengali, Telugu, and Devnagari outside the square
Lettering:
INDIA 1919
8
ANNAS
Translation: 8 Annas
Edge
Plain.
Comment
- 8 Annas = 1/2 Rupee- Weight varies 7.77-7.82 grams
- Diameter varies 26.0-26.2 mm
- Mint marks
Bombay bead at bottom of reverse
Calcutta mint no mint mark
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 8 Annas coin from India, minted during the reign of George V (1919-1920), is that it was the first coin to feature the image of a British monarch on an Indian coin. Prior to this, Indian coins had featured images of local rulers or symbols. This change in design was a result of the British colonial rule over India, and it signified the shift in power and influence from local leaders to the British Empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 2979980 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1919 • | 1400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1920 • | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 8 Annas - George V 1919-1920 coin.
