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8 Annas - George V Pattern
1919 year| Gold | 14.69 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | India - British (British India) |
|---|---|
| King | George V (1910-1936) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1919 |
| Value | 8 Annas (½) |
| Currency | Rupee (1770-1947) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 14.69 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#315649 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
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
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 8 Annas - George V (Pattern) 1919 from India - British (British India) made of Gold weighing 14.69g is that it was designed by the renowned British artist and sculptor, Benedetto Pistrucci. Pistrucci was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the famous Waterloo Medal, and his design for the Pattern 8 Annas coin features a portrait of King George V on one side and a depiction of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi on the other. This coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists due to its unique design and limited mintage.
