Rare 1/4 Rupee 1929 King George V Calcutta Mint British India Silver Coin # A210

Description

A British India silver Quarter Rupee dated 1929, issued in the name of King George V. The obverse carries the crowned and robed bust with the legend "GEORGE V KING EMPEROR", while the reverse shows the value "1/4 RUPEE INDIA 1929" within a beaded circle, surrounded by the familiar floral wreath and the Urdu value legend below the date.

• Denomination: 1/4 Rupee (Quarter Rupee)
• Year: 1929, British India, King George V
• Mint: Calcutta (no mark seen under the date)
• Metal: Silver, 0.917 fine
• Diameter: approximately 20.3 mm as measured on the scan
• Condition: Extremely Fine, with sharp wreath and bust detail, light cabinet toning and small edge marks

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Step back in time to the twilight of the British Raj with this captivating 1/4 Rupee silver coin, struck in 1929 during the reign of King George V. Minted at the historic Calcutta Mint, this genuine piece of British India numismatic history is composed of fine 0.917 silver and measures approximately 20.3 mm. Collectors prize this era for its classic artistry, featuring the regal crowned bust of the Emperor on the obverse and an intricate floral wreath encircling the denomination on the reverse. Graded in Extremely Fine condition, the coin boasts remarkably sharp details across the king's features and the delicate wreath, complemented by attractive light cabinet toning that enhances its vintage appeal. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike covet pre-independence silver issues for their tangible connection to a bygone imperial epoch. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive British India collection or seeking a meaningful historical artifact to anchor your portfolio, this authentic 1929 quarter rupee offers both timeless aesthetic charm and enduring collectible value. You will receive the exact coin shown in the photographs, carefully preserved for its next discerning custodian.