Rare 2 Annas 1910 King Edward VII Calcutta Mint British India Silver Coin # A219

Description

Rare British India silver 2 Annas of 1910 issued under King Edward VII. The obverse carries the crowned bust of the King facing right with the legend "EDWARD VII KING AND EMPEROR", while the reverse shows the crown above the value "TWO ANNAS / INDIA" with the Persian value below and the date 1910 at the foot, flanked by floral sprays. No mint mark appears beneath the date, which points to the Calcutta Mint.

• Denomination: 2 Annas (one-eighth Rupee)
• Year: 1910
• Mint: Calcutta (no mark below the date)
• Metal: Silver, 0.917 fine
• Diameter: approximately 16.4 mm
• Condition: Fair, evenly worn with legends and date still readable

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Step back into the golden era of the British Raj with this genuine 2 Annas silver coin, struck in 1910 during the final year of King Edward VII’s reign. Issued as one-eighth of a Rupee, this historic piece was produced at the prestigious Calcutta Mint, identifiable by the classic absence of a mint mark beneath the date. Crafted from fine 0.917 silver and measuring approximately 16.4 mm, the obverse features the distinguished crowned profile of the King-Emperor, while the reverse displays traditional floral sprays framing the denomination in English and Persian. Graded as Fine with heavy use, this well-traveled specimen tells a captivating story of daily commerce over a century ago. While showing honest, even circulation wear, its primary legends and the 1910 date remain clearly legible, preserving its historic integrity. Numismatists and British India specialists seek out final-year King Edward VII issues to complete comprehensive monarch runs or build themed silver type sets. Secure this tangible piece of imperial history for your collection today, complete with the peace of mind that the exact coin photographed is the one shipped to your doorstep.