Rare 1/4 Anna 1919 King George V Calcutta Mint British India Coin # A628

Rare One Quarter Anna of British India dated 1919, issued during the reign of King George V. The obverse carries the crowned bust of the King with the legend "GEORGE V KING EMPEROR", while the reverse shows the value "ONE QUARTER ANNA / INDIA" with the date, enclosed within the familiar ornate floral wreath.

• Denomination: 1/4 Anna (One Quarter Anna)
• Year: 1919
• Mint: Calcutta (no mint mark below the date)
• Metal: Bronze / copper
• Diameter: approximately 25.3 mm, round flan
• Condition: Fine - even circulation wear on the bust, legends and date fully legible, a few light surface marks
• Type: British India regular issue coinage of King George V

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Own a piece of British India's numismatic heritage with this authentic 1919 One Quarter Anna struck at the prestigious Calcutta Mint. This bronze coin showcases King George V's crowned bust on the obverse and the denomination clearly marked within an ornate floral wreath on the reverse. The Fine condition grade reflects genuine circulation wear typical of early 20th-century Indian coinage, with all legends and the date remaining crisp and fully legible. Collectors value these quarter annas for their historical importance during the British Raj period, artistic design, and scarcity. The Calcutta Mint designation adds particular appeal to numismatists seeking geographically meaningful pieces. Ideal for British India coin specialists, numismatic history enthusiasts, and those building George V collections. The images show the exact coin you'll receive.