Rare 2 Annas 1897 Queen Victoria Empress Calcutta Mint British India Silver Coin # A223

Description

A silver Two Annas of British India dated 1897, issued during the reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. The obverse carries the crowned diademed bust of the Queen facing left with the legend "VICTORIA EMPRESS", while the reverse shows "TWO ANNAS / INDIA / 1897" within an ornate floral wreath.

• Denomination: 2 Annas
• Year: 1897, Queen Victoria Empress series
• Mint: Calcutta, indicated by the absence of a mark below the date
• Metal: silver, 0.917 fine, small module of about 16.0 mm measured on the scan
• Condition: Fine, with even circulation wear on the hair and crown, legends and date fully legible
• Design: crowned bust obverse, value within wreath reverse

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Step back into the height of the British Raj with this genuine 2 Annas silver coin, struck in 1897 during the storied reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. Issued from the prestigious Calcutta Mint, this charming piece is crafted from 0.917 fine silver and features the classic small-module design measuring approximately 16 mm. The obverse showcases the regal, crowned bust of Victoria facing left, perfectly balanced by the denomination and date nestled within an intricate floral wreath on the reverse. Graded in Fine condition, it displays authentic, even circulation wear across the high points of the crown and hair, yet retains fully legible legends and date. This historical artifact offers coin enthusiasts a tangible connection to late 19th-century numismatic history. Collectors prize Victoria-era silver for its classic artistry and dwindling survival rates in pleasing collector grades. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive British India type set or beginning a journey into imperial silver, this authentic 1897 specimen makes a wonderful addition to any cabinet. You will receive the exact coin photographed.