Rare 1/12 Anna 1923 King George V Calcutta Mint British India Coin # A608

Description

A bronze 1/12 Anna of British India dated 1923, issued during the reign of King George V. The obverse shows the crowned bust of the King with the legend "GEORGE V KING EMPEROR", while the reverse carries the value "1/12 ANNA / INDIA" and the date within a beaded circle enclosed by an ornamental wreath.

• Denomination: 1/12 Anna
• Year: 1923
• Mint: Calcutta (no mint mark below the date)
• Metal: Bronze
• Diameter: approximately 17.4 mm
• Condition: Extremely Fine, with even chocolate-brown tone, sharp legends and a small planchet flaw at the rim on the reverse

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Step back in time to the British Raj with this captivating 1/12 Anna copper-bronze coin, struck in 1923 during the reign of King George V. Issued as the lowest denomination of its era, this fascinating piece hails from the prestigious Calcutta Mint, easily identified by the traditional absence of a mint mark beneath the date. Graded in remarkable Extremely Fine condition, the coin displays a gorgeous, even chocolate-brown patina alongside surprisingly crisp lettering on both sides. Numismatists prize this specific type not only for its intricate miniature artistry—featuring the majestic crowned bust of the King-Emperor on the obverse and a delicate ornamental wreath framing the denomination on the reverse—but also for its tangible connection to early 20th-century commerce in the subcontinent. Accompanied by a unique inventory identifier (Item # A608), the piece shows honest historical character, including a charming minor planchet flaw at the reverse rim that confirms its authentic mint origins. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive British India cabinet or seeking an affordable gateway into vintage world numismatics, this genuine collector’s piece offers enduring appeal and historical significance.