British-India 8 Annas 1919 – George V Bombay Mint Rare Silver Coin #V-108

Issuer	India – British (British India)
King	George V (1910-1936)
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1919-1920
Value	8 Annas (½)
Currency	Rupee (1770-1947)
Composition	Copper-nickel
Weight	7.77 g
Diameter	26 mm
Thickness	1.8 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized	Yes

This 8 Annas (½ Rupee) coin was issued by British India in 1919 under the reign of King George V, struck at the Bombay Mint during the height of British colonial rule in the Indian subcontinent. Composed of copper-nickel, the coin weighs 7.77 grams and measures 26mm in diameter with a thickness of 1.8mm, showcasing the fine minting standards of the era. The obverse features a detailed left-facing bust of George V encircled by the English legend “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR,” reflecting the imperial authority of the British Crown over India during this period.

Minted between 1919-1920, this coin represents a transitional phase in British India’s monetary history, circulating widely before eventual demonetization. As a piece of tangible history from a pivotal era of colonial administration, it holds significant appeal for numismatists, historians, and collectors of British Empire coinage. Its rarity, combined with the historical weight of representing pre-independence India, makes it a valuable addition to any serious coin collection. This piece offers an authentic connection to early 20th-century monetary history and imperial iconography.