Rare 1 Anna 1941 King George VI Calcutta Mint British India Coin # A041

Rare One Anna of 1941 issued under King George VI, Emperor of India. The scalloped flan with twelve notches carries the crowned bust of the King with the legend “GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR” on the obverse, while the reverse shows the large numeral 1 with “ONE ANNA” and “INDIA” above, the date 1941 below and the denomination repeated in Urdu, Hindi, Bengali and Telugu around the rim.

• Denomination: One Anna, British India
• Year of issue: 1941, ruler King George VI
• Mint: Calcutta, no mint mark under the date
• Metal: cupro-nickel, scalloped twelve-notch flan
• Diameter: about 21.9 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, even wear with light toning and clear legends on both sides

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Step back in time to the height of the British Raj with this captivating 1 Anna coin, minted in 1941 during the reign of King George VI, Emperor of India. Struck at the historic Calcutta Mint in durable copper-nickel, this piece features a distinctive twelve-notch scalloped flan, a unique geometric design that made it easily distinguishable in pockets and purses by touch alone. The obverse showcases the stately crowned bust of the King, while the multilingual reverse displays the denomination scripted in Urdu, Hindi, Bengali, and Telugu, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of undivided India. Graded in Very Fine condition, it exhibits honest, even wear with pleasing light toning and remarkably sharp legends. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike treasure WWII-era coinage for its connection to a tumultuous global era when British India’s monetary system was undergoing rapid transition due to wartime metal shortages. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive sub-continent collection or seeking a tangible piece of twentieth-century heritage, this genuine artifact is a wonderful addition to any cabinet. You will receive the exact coin photographed.