¼ Rupee - George VI

Features

Issuer	India - British (British India)
King	George VI (1936-1952)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1942-1943
Value	1/4 Rupee (1/4)
Currency	Rupee (1862-1947)
Composition	Silver (.500)
Weight	2.92 g
Diameter	19.3 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes
Number	N# 22399 Numista type number (https://numista.com)
References	KM# 546 Tracy L. Schmidt (editor); 2019. Standard Catalog of World Coins / 2001-Date (14th edition). Krause Publications, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA. And 5 more volumes.

Obverse

Crowned head of George VI facing left

Lettering: GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR

Engraver: Percy Metcalfe

Percy Metcalfe, CVO, RDI, was an English artist sculptor and designer. He is recognised mostly for his coin designs and his contribution to the Ashtead Pottery Collection.

Reverse

Within circle, date divides legend in English & Urdu (Chaar Aana). Outside circle, wreath made of roses, thistle, shamrock leaves and lotus flowers. All within a toothed border.

Lettering:
1/4
RUPEE
INDIA
1943
چار آنه

Translation:
1/4
Rupee
India
1943
4 Annas (¼ Rupee)

Edge

Reeded

© ZacUK

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See also

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