Rare Half Rupee 1897 Queen Victoria Empress Bombay Mint British India Silver Coin # A177

Description

A silver Half Rupee of British India dated 1897, issued in the name 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 "HALF RUPEE / INDIA / 1897" within the familiar wreath of floral scrollwork.

• Denomination: Half Rupee
• Year: 1897
• Mint: Bombay (no mint mark beneath the date)
• Metal: Silver, 0.917 fine
• Diameter: approximately 25 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Fine, with even circulation wear, complete legends and light surface marks

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Step back into the late 19th century with this genuine British India silver Half Rupee, struck in 1897 during the imperial reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. Minted at the historic Bombay facility, this precious metal artifact is crafted from 0.917 fine silver and measures approximately 25 mm in diameter. The obverse features the regal, crowned bust of Queen Victoria, while the reverse displays the classic denomination and date encased in an intricate floral wreath. Graded in Fine condition, this piece bears the authentic character of heavy circulation, offering tangible ties to the colonial monetary system. Numismatists and British Commonwealth collectors prize these nineteenth-century silver issues for their historical resonance, intricate Victorian craftsmanship, and the dwindling supply of surviving high-grade specimens. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive sub-continent collection or seeking a tangible piece of numismatic history, this 1897 silver coin makes a remarkable addition. Please review the provided scans, as you will receive the exact collector piece photographed.