¼ Rupee - George V

Features

Issuer India - British (British India)
King George V (1910-1936)
Type Standard circulation coin
Year 1911
Value ¼ Rupee
Currency Rupee (1862-1947)
Composition Silver (.917)
Weight 2.92 g
Diameter 19 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes
Number
N#
69994
References KM# 517
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

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
1911
چار آنہ

Translation: Urdu: 4 annas (= 1/4 rupee)

Edge

Reeded

Comments

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

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Date VG F VF XF AU UNC Frequency
1911  Photo $ 73 $ 310 $ 1500 93% Calcutta mint
1911  4% Proof like Restrike
1911  7% Proof, Calcutta mint

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Country: India
Languages: English Bengali Hindi
Numista Rarity index: 77 Search tips
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Past sales

Pictures Sale Date Version Grade Sold price
Picture 1 of a sold ¼ Rupee - George V
Heritage Auctions
2023 July 2 Spotlight: Coins of the British Empire Showcase Auction 61321
Lot 21260
Internet Archive
2 Jul 2023 1911 – Calcutta mint UNC
(PCGS MS63)
USD 1920.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
Picture 1 of a sold ¼ Rupee - George VPicture 1 of a sold ¼ Rupee - George V
Heritage Auctions
The Hamilton Collection of British India Coins Internet Auction 271921
Lot 38380
Internet Archive
2 Jun 2019 1911 – Calcutta mint UNC
(NGC MS61)
USD 1080.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
Picture 1 of a sold ¼ Rupee - George VPicture 1 of a sold ¼ Rupee - George V
Heritage Auctions
Wednesday & Thursday World & Ancient Coins Select Auction 232241
Lot 62510
Internet Archive
6 Oct 2022 1911 – Calcutta mint AU
(NGC AU58)
USD 552.00
(incl. buyer's premium)
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