Rare 1 Anna 1946 King George VI Calcutta Mint Nickel Brass British India Coinage Coin # A043

This is a British India 1 Anna coin of 1946, issued during the reign of King George VI. The scalloped nickel-brass flan carries the crowned bust with the legend “GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR” on the obverse, while the reverse shows the large numeral 1 with “INDIA” and “ONE ANNA” in English, Hindi and Urdu around the date. No mint mark appears below the date, which points to the Calcutta Mint.

• Denomination: 1 Anna
• Year: 1946
• Mint: Calcutta (no mark below the date)
• Metal: Nickel-brass, scalloped flan with twelve notches
• Diameter: about 21.9 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, even wear with clear legends and date

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Step back into the twilight years of the British Raj with this fascinating 1 Anna coin, minted in 1946 during the turbulent final chapter of King George VI’s reign. Struck in durable nickel-brass, this distinctive twelve-notched scalloped flan represents a unique era of daily commerce in British India, just a year before the subcontinent gained independence. On the obverse, the crowned profile of the Emperor gazes outward, encircled by classic regal titles, while the reverse proudly displays a bold numeral 1 flanked by multilingual text in English, Hindi, and Urdu.

Originating from the historic Calcutta Mint—distinguished by the absence of a mint mark beneath the date—this specimen survives in pleasing Very Fine condition. It exhibits honest, even wear that preserves the integrity of its intricate legends and crisp date. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike treasure this piece for its tangible connection to a pivotal geopolitical transition. Whether you are expanding a South Asian type set or seeking an accessible piece of mid-century imperial history, this authentic collectible offers both nostalgic charm and enduring historical resonance.