Rare Half Rupee 1862 Victoria Queen Silver Calcutta Mint Coinage of British India Coin # A457

Rare silver Half Rupee of 1862 struck under Queen Victoria for British India. The obverse carries the crowned diademed bust of the Queen facing left with the legend "VICTORIA QUEEN", while the reverse shows "HALF RUPEE / INDIA / 1862" within a wreath of floral sprays. An honest circulated piece with even grey toning and clear legends on both sides.

• Denomination: Half Rupee (1/2 Rupee)
• Year: 1862, Queen Victoria period
• Metal: Silver, 0.917 fine, standard weight about 5.83 g
• Diameter: approximately 19 mm
• Condition: Fine, with even wear on the high points of the bust
• Type: Regular issue Victoria Queen silver coinage of British India
• Mint: Calcutta Mint

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Step back in time to the height of the British Raj with this captivating 1862 Half Rupee, a genuine numismatic treasure struck during the iconic reign of Queen Victoria. Minted at the historic Calcutta facility, this 0.917 fine silver coin features the dignified crowned bust of the young Queen on the obverse and a classic floral wreath enclosing the denomination on the reverse. With a diameter of approximately 19 mm and a standard weight of 5.83 grams, it represents the robust everyday currency of a sprawling empire. Graded in Fine condition, this piece displays honest, circulated character with an attractive, even grey toning and remarkably legible legends that tell tales of bustling bazaars and colonial commerce. Numismatists prize 1862 issues for their intricate die varieties and foundational place in modern Indian currency history. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive British India collection or seeking a tangible piece of Victorian heritage to anchor your display, this authentic silver artifact offers a wonderful window into the past. Rest assured, the photographs display the exact unique coin destined for your collection.