1/4 Rupee - George VI

€22,399.00
IssuerIndia - British
Year1942-1943
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/4 Rupee
CurrencyRupee (1770-1947)
CompositionSilver (.500)
Weight2.92 g
Dimensions19.3 mm
Thickness1.3 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound
Milled
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)Percy Metcalfe
In circulation to
Reference(s) KM#546
Obverse descriptionCrowned head of George VI facing left
Obverse script
Obverse letteringGEORGE VI KING EMPEROR
Reverse descriptionWithin 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.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering1/4 RUPEE INDIA 1943 چار آنه
(Translation: 1/4 Rupee India 1943 4 Annas (1/4 Rupee))
EdgeReeded
Mint
Mintage1942  - - 88 096 000
1943  - - 90 994 000
Catalog ID9601939260
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