Rare 1/12 Anna 1876 Queen Victoria Copper Calcutta Mint Coinage of British India Coin # A587

Description

This is a copper 1/12 Anna of 1876 issued under Queen Victoria for British India. The obverse carries the diademed bust of the Queen facing left with the legend "VICTORIA QUEEN", while the reverse shows the value "1/12 ANNA" above "INDIA" and the date 1876, framed by an ornate floral wreath. The 1876 date falls in the final year of the "Queen" title, before the change to "Empress" in 1877.

• Denomination: 1/12 Anna
• Year: 1876
• Metal: Copper
• Diameter: approximately 17 mm
• Condition: Fine, with even wear, dark patina and light surface pitting; legends and date remain legible
• Type: Queen Victoria regular copper coinage of British India
• Mint: Calcutta Mint

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Step back in time to the height of the British Raj with this genuine 1876 copper 1/12 Anna coin, struck at the historic Calcutta Mint. Issued under the reign of Queen Victoria, this intriguing fractional denomination features the classic diademed bust of the monarch on the obverse and a charming floral wreath surrounding the denomination and date on the reverse. Numismatically significant, 1876 marks the final year that Victoria held the "Queen" title on her coinage before her proclamation as Empress of India the following year. Graded in Fine condition with heavy, honest use, this piece displays a rich, dark patina and character-filled surface wear that tells the story of its circulation in colonial markets. Each detail, from the royal profile to the date, remains clearly legible. Cataloged as item # A587, this tangible piece of world history is a must-have for numismatists specializing in British Commonwealth coinage, Victorian-era currency, or Indian mint issues. Please note that the photographs capture the exact coin you will receive, ensuring complete transparency for your collection.