2 Annas - George V

Features

Issuer India - British (British India)
King George V (1910-1936)
Type Standard circulation coin
Year 1911
Value 2 Annas (⅛)
Currency Rupee (1862-1947)
Composition Silver (.917)
Weight 1.46 g
Diameter 16 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes
Number
N#
48096
References KM# 514
Tracy L. Schmidt (editor); 2019. Standard Catalog of World Coins / 2001-Date (14th edition). Krause Publications, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States.
And 5 more volumes.

Obverse

Crowned head of George V facing left

Lettering: GEORGE V KING EMPEROR

Engraver: Edgar Bertram MacKennal

Reverse

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

Lettering:
TWO
ANNAS
INDIA
1911
دو آنہ

Translation: Two Annas

Edge

Smooth

Comments

- Elephant on King's robe resembles a pig - Type I obverse

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Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC Frequency
1911  Photo 16 760 000 $ 1100 95% Calcutta mint
1911  5% Proof, Calcutta mint

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Country: India
Languages: English Bengali Hindi
Numista Rarity index: 72 Search tips
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Past sales

Pictures Sale Date Version Grade Sold price
Heritage Auctions
2023 July 2 Spotlight: Coins of the British Empire Showcase Auction 61321
Lot 21249
Internet Archive
2 Jul 2023 1911 – Calcutta mint UNC
(NGC MS65)
USD 1560.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
Picture 1 of a sold 2 Annas - George VPicture 1 of a sold 2 Annas - George V
Heritage Auctions
The Hamilton Collection of British India Coins Internet Auction 271921
Lot 38358
Internet Archive
2 Jun 2019 1911 – Calcutta mint UNC
(NGC MS63)
USD 384.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
Picture 1 of a sold 2 Annas - George VPicture 1 of a sold 2 Annas - George V
Heritage Auctions
Wednesday & Thursday World & Ancient Coins Select Auction 232242
Lot 63492
Internet Archive
13 Oct 2022 1911 – Calcutta mint AU
(NGC AU58)
USD 144.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
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