1862 British India ½ Anna - Victoria Rare coin #L-331

Description

Issuer	India - British (British India)
Queen	Victoria (1837-1901)
Type	Standard circulation coin
Years	1862-1876
Value	2 Pice = ½ Anna = 1⁄32 Rupee
Currency	Rupee (1862-1947)
Composition	Copper
Weight	12.7 g
Diameter	30.5 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes
Number	N# 6462
References	KM# 468

Step back in time to 1862 with this exquisite collectible - the 1862 British India ½ Anna coin featuring the iconic Queen Victoria. Issued during the British India era, this standard circulation coin holds a denomination of 2 Pice, equivalent to ½ Anna or 1⁄32 Rupee. Crafted from copper with a weight of 12.7g and a diameter of 30.5mm, this round coin showcases a milled technique and medal alignment. Bearing the reference number N# 6462 and KM# 468, this piece holds historical significance as a piece of India’s numismatic heritage. Despite being demonetized, its rarity and unique design make it a prized addition to any collection. The coin comes with a touch of nostalgia, connecting collectors to a bygone era of British colonial rule and the reign of Queen Victoria.