Rare One Quarter Anna 1940 King George VI Calcutta Mint British India Coin # A641

Description

This is a bronze One Quarter Anna of British India dated 1940, issued under King George VI. The obverse carries the crowned bust of the King with the legend "GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR", while the reverse shows the value "ONE QUARTER ANNA / INDIA" and the date within a beaded circle, surrounded by an elegant floral scroll border. The piece retains sharp detail in the crown, hair and lettering, with an even chocolate-brown tone and only light handling wear.

• Denomination: One Quarter Anna (1/4 Anna)
• Year: 1940
• Mint: Calcutta (no mint mark below the date)
• Metal: Bronze
• Diameter: approximately 25.4 mm, round flan
• Condition: Extremely Fine, naturally toned
• Type: British India regular coinage of King George VI

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This 1940 One Quarter Anna from British India is a beautiful example of numismatic history, struck at the Calcutta Mint during King George VI's reign. The bronze coin features the monarch's crowned bust on the obverse with the legend "GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR," while the reverse displays the denomination "ONE QUARTER ANNA / INDIA" surrounded by an elegant floral scroll border. Graded in Extremely Fine condition, this piece retains sharp detail throughout, with naturally toned chocolate-brown patina and only light handling wear. At approximately 25.4mm, it's a manageable size for display and examination. British India coins from this era represent a crucial period in numismatic history, combining English royal imagery with Indian denominations. Collectors value these pieces for their historical significance, artistic design, and the relatively limited survival rate of coins from this mint and period. This is an authenticated collectible ideal for serious numismatists and history enthusiasts building comprehensive collections of British Commonwealth coinage.