India - British ½ Anna 1835 Rare Coin

Description

Location	India - British (British India)
Issuing company	East India Company
King	William IV (1830-1837)
Queen	Victoria (1837-1901)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1835-1845
Value	½ Anna (1⁄32)
Currency	Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition	Copper
Weight	12.35 g
Diameter	31 mm
Thickness	2.4 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

Own a genuine piece of British Indian numismatic history with this rare ½ Anna coin from 1835, minted during the reign of King William IV by the prestigious East India Company. This copper coin represents a crucial transitional period in Indian coinage, issued just before Queen Victoria's ascension to the throne in 1837. Crafted from pure copper with precise milled specifications (31mm diameter, 12.35g weight), this half-anna exemplifies 19th-century colonial monetary standards. The coin circulated throughout British India as 1/32nd of a rupee, serving as everyday currency for millions until its demonetization. Today, coins from this early 1835-1845 production run are increasingly scarce, making them highly sought after by serious collectors and numismatists worldwide. This piece offers exceptional historical significance—a tangible connection to the East India Company's commercial dominance and India's pre-independence era. Whether you're building a British Indian collection, focusing on pre-Victorian coinage, or seeking authentic historical artifacts, this half-anna represents both cultural heritage and genuine investment potential. Its age, rarity, and copper composition make it a prized addition to any serious numismatic portfolio. #