British India. George V. 1/4 Rupia 1919 - NGC MS64 (Calcuta)
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British India silver coin from Calcutta, dated 1919, featuring George V and graded NGC MS64.
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Description from the seller
BRITISH INDIA. Calcutta. 1/4 Rupee. 1919(C). George V (1910–1936)
- Value: 1/4 Rupee.
- Year: 1919.
- Reign: George V (1910–1936).
- Inscriptions: Obverse: GEORGE V KING EMPEROR. Reverse: HALF RUPEE INDIA 1919, surrounded by a rich floral motif featuring lotus flowers, roses, and thistles.
- Grade: MS64 (NGC).
A colonial silver coin issued during British rule in India and struck at the Calcutta Mint, identified by the letter “C” beneath the date. The obverse features the crowned bust of King George V wearing an imperial uniform. The reverse, of great artistic beauty, displays intricate foliage ornamentation around the face value and issuing country. This design is part of the iconic “floral” series introduced in 1911. An example in excellent condition, with sharp details and original luster, certified by NGC as MS64.
Disclaimer: For orders shipped outside the European Union, I want to leave absolutely clear that I do ship from Spain, which means that if the package is sent to any country outside the European Union, and/or inside EU that has special tax agreement (example: Canary Islands), it might be stopped in your local customs and they might ask you to pay taxes. This is a customs legal procedure and it is completely out of our control. Thanks for your understanding.
BRITISH INDIA. Calcutta. 1/4 Rupee. 1919(C). George V (1910–1936)
- Value: 1/4 Rupee.
- Year: 1919.
- Reign: George V (1910–1936).
- Inscriptions: Obverse: GEORGE V KING EMPEROR. Reverse: HALF RUPEE INDIA 1919, surrounded by a rich floral motif featuring lotus flowers, roses, and thistles.
- Grade: MS64 (NGC).
A colonial silver coin issued during British rule in India and struck at the Calcutta Mint, identified by the letter “C” beneath the date. The obverse features the crowned bust of King George V wearing an imperial uniform. The reverse, of great artistic beauty, displays intricate foliage ornamentation around the face value and issuing country. This design is part of the iconic “floral” series introduced in 1911. An example in excellent condition, with sharp details and original luster, certified by NGC as MS64.
Disclaimer: For orders shipped outside the European Union, I want to leave absolutely clear that I do ship from Spain, which means that if the package is sent to any country outside the European Union, and/or inside EU that has special tax agreement (example: Canary Islands), it might be stopped in your local customs and they might ask you to pay taxes. This is a customs legal procedure and it is completely out of our control. Thanks for your understanding.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country/province
British India
Year/period and variation
1919 - NGC MS64 (Calcuta)
Ruler
George V
Denomination
1/4 Rupia
Precious metal
Silver
Condition
Graded by NGC
Certified
NGC
