BRITISH INDIA 1/2 RUPEES -GEORGE V 1924 RARE SILVER COIN #V-313

Issuer India – British (British India)
King George V (1910-1936)
Type Standard circulation coins
Years 1912-1936
Value ½ Rupee
Currency Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition Silver (.917)
Weight 5.83 g
Diameter 24 mm
Thickness 1.59 mm
Shape Round
Technique Milled
Orientation Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized Yes

This exceptional half rupee represents a pivotal moment in British Indian numismatic history. Minted in 1924 under King George V’s reign (1910-1936), this silver coin embodies the colonial era’s monetary system and craftsmanship. Struck in .917 fine silver with a substantial 5.83-gram weight and 24mm diameter, the coin features the distinctive milled edge technique characteristic of its period.

The 1924 half rupee is particularly sought after by collectors due to its scarcity and historical significance. As a standard circulation coin that saw limited production during this specific year, finding well-preserved specimens has become increasingly difficult. The coin’s demonetized status adds to its collectible appeal, as it’s no longer in circulation, making each surviving example a tangible artifact of British India’s numismatic legacy.

Collectors and history enthusiasts prize this piece for its dual value: both as a precious metal investment and as a window into early 20th-century imperial Indian coinage. The elegant George V portrait and reverse design showcase period artistry, while the coin’s historical context—issued during India’s pre-independence era—makes it an essential addition to any serious collection of British India coins.