Rare Half Rupee 1946 George VI King Emperor Bombay Mint British India Coin # A195

Description

<p>Rare British India Half Rupee of 1946 issued under King George VI, the final nickel type of the series before Independence. One side carries the crowned bust with the legend "GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR", while the other shows the striding tiger above "INDIA" and the date 1946, with the value "HALF RUPEE" in English, Hindi and Urdu around the rim.</p><ul><li>Denomination: Half Rupee (1/2 Rupee)</li><li>Year: 1946</li><li>Mint: Bombay, indicated by the small bead centred below the date</li><li>Metal: Nickel, plain round flan</li><li>Diameter: about 25.4 mm as measured from the scan</li><li>Condition: Very Fine, evenly circulated with clear legends and light contact marks</li></ul><p>The images show the actual coin the buyer will receive.</p> Step back in time to the twilight of the British Raj with this captivating 1946 Half Rupee coin, a poignant numismatic relic issued during the final years of King George VI’s reign. Struck at the historic Bombay Mint just one year prior to Indian independence, this pure nickel piece features the dignified crowned effigy of the King Emperor on the obverse. The reverse showcases a magnificent striding tiger encircled by the denomination in English, Hindi, and Urdu. Graded in Very Fine condition, this evenly circulated specimen displays robust, legible details and honest light contact marks that speak to its authentic journey through history. History enthusiasts and British India specialists prize this specific issue for its transitional significance, marking the end of an era. Collectors will appreciate owning a genuine tangible piece of mid-century heritage. Please note that the accompanying photographs capture the exact coin you will receive, ensuring complete transparency for your collection.