Rare Half Anna 1954 Humped Bull Calcutta Mint Anna Series Republic India Coin # A184

A 1954 Half Anna of Republic India from the pre-decimal Anna series, struck on the distinctive square flan with rounded corners. One face carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with the legend “GOVERNMENT OF INDIA” and a star below the emblem, while the other shows the humped Brahmani bull with “HALF ANNA” in English and Hindi above the date 1954.

• Denomination: Half Anna (pre-decimal coinage)
• Year: 1954
• Mint: Calcutta, indicated by the star below the state emblem
• Metal: cupro-nickel
• Size: square flan with rounded corners, about 20.4 mm across
• Condition: Fine, evenly circulated with clear legends and date, light rubbing to the bull

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Step back into the early decades of independent India with this fascinating 1954 Half Anna coin, a quintessential piece from the pre-decimal Anna series. Issued by the Government of India during the formative years of the Republic, this cupro-nickel treasure is struck on a distinctive, highly collectible square flan with smoothly rounded corners. The obverse proudly displays the majestic Lion Capital of Ashoka, while the reverse features a striking depiction of the revered humped Brahmani bull. Struck at the historic Calcutta Mint, this specimen is identified by the subtle star mint mark beneath the state emblem. Graded in Fine condition, it shows the honest character of heavy circulation with pleasingly even wear, retaining legible legends and a clear 1954 date. Numismatists and history enthusiasts eagerly seek out these post-independence copper-nickel issues to anchor their Republic India type sets. Owning this authentic artifact offers a tangible connection to a shifting era in South Asian monetary history, making it a wonderful conversation starter and a treasured addition to any growing cabinet of world coins.