BRITISH INDIA 1/4 RUPEES 1945 GEORGE VI RARE large 5 SILVER COIN #V-357

Description

Issuer	India - British (British India)
Emperor	George VI (1936-1947)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1943-1945
Value	¼ Rupee
Currency	Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition	Silver (.500)
Weight	2.9 g
Diameter	19 mm
Thickness	1.3 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

This exceptional British India 1/4 Rupee from 1945 represents a significant piece of numismatic history from the final years of colonial rule. Minted during the reign of King George VI (1936-1947), this silver coin carries both historical and monetary value. Composed of 50% silver and weighing just 2.9 grams, it features the classic milled design with medal alignment that characterizes coins from this era.

The 1945 date places this coin at a pivotal moment in history—just months before India's independence in 1947. As a demonetized currency, it no longer holds legal tender status, transforming it into a purely collectible artifact. The coin's 19mm diameter and pristine round shape showcase the craftsmanship of Royal Mint production standards of the period.

Collectors prize British India coins for their rarity and historical significance, particularly those from the final years of the Raj. This quarter rupee is an ideal addition for those specializing in British colonial coinage, Asian numismatics, or pre-independence Indian currency. The silver content adds intrinsic material value alongside its numismatic appeal, making it both a tangible investment and a window into India's transformative 20th-century history.

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