Copper 1/2 Pice of Queen Victoria – East India Company (AD 1853) of Calcutta Mint

Queen Victoria – East India Company, (AD 1853), Copper 1/2 Pice, Calcutta Mint, Obv: Lions Holding Shield, Date, Rev: Denomination and Inscription around, 2.92 Gms, 21.05 mm, About Extremely Fine, Rare.

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Step back in time to the British colonial era with this rare and fascinating Copper 1/2 Pice coin, minted in AD 1853 under the authority of the East India Company during the reign of Queen Victoria. Struck at the prestigious Calcutta Mint, this historic piece of Indian numismatic heritage features the iconic East India Company crest on the obverse, showcasing majestic lions holding a shield alongside the issue date, while the reverse displays the precise denomination encircled by traditional inscriptions. Weighing approximately 2.92 grams with a diameter of 21.05 mm, this copper specimen has been preserved in an impressive About Extremely Fine condition, retaining remarkable surface details that are rarely found on mid-19th-century circulating coinage. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike will appreciate this coin for its tangible connection to a pivotal period in British India’s monetary history. Whether you are looking to anchor a growing Victorian collection or seeking a scarce archival piece with authentic age-related character, this 1853 half pice is a distinguished addition to any serious cabinet.