India – British ½ Anna 1835 Rare Coin

Location	India – British (British India)
Issuing company	East India Company
King	William IV (1830-1837)
Queen	Victoria (1837-1901)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1835-1845
Value	½ Anna (1⁄32)
Currency	Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition	Copper
Weight	12.35 g
Diameter	31 mm
Thickness	2.4 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

Own a piece of British Indian numismatic history with this authentic ½ Anna copper coin from 1835. Minted by the prestigious East India Company during the reign of King William IV, this rare coin represents a fascinating period when Britain governed the Indian subcontinent. Struck in pure copper with milled precision, the coin weighs 12.35 grams and measures 31mm in diameter, making it a substantial collectible.

This denomination, valued at 1/32 of a Rupee, circulated throughout British India from 1835-1845 and has since been demonetized, transforming it into a historical artifact rather than currency. The medal alignment striking technique reflects the sophisticated minting standards of the era. Collectors prize coins from this early Victorian period for their historical significance and relative scarcity in quality condition. Whether you’re a serious numismatist, British Empire history enthusiast, or investor in alternative collectibles, this 19th-century copper coin offers tangible connection to India’s colonial past and represents excellent long-term collectible value.