Rare Half Rupee 1888 Queen Victoria Empress Calcutta Mint British India Silver Coin # A176

Rare silver Half Rupee of 1888 issued during the reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. The obverse carries the crowned and draped bust of the Queen facing left with the legend “VICTORIA EMPRESS”, while the reverse shows the value “HALF RUPEE / INDIA” and the date within an ornate floral wreath.

• Denomination: Half Rupee (1/2 Rupee)
• Year: 1888, as printed on the reverse
• Ruler and period: Queen Victoria, Empress issue, British India
• Metal: silver, standard fineness 0.917, about 5.83 g
• Diameter: approximately 25.5 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, even wear on the high points of the hair and bust, legends and date fully legible, light handling marks in the fields
• Mint: Calcutta Mint

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Step back in time to the height of the British Raj with this captivating 1888 British India Half Rupee, a genuine numismatic treasure struck during the illustrious reign of Queen Victoria. Mintage from the esteemed Calcutta Mint gives this silver piece a tangible connection to the subcontinent’s rich colonial heritage. Crafted from 0.917 fine silver, this coin features the iconic crowned and draped bust of the Empress on the obverse, paired with a finely detailed floral wreath enclosing the denomination on the reverse.

Graded in Very Fine condition, it displays pleasing details with honest wear on the high points that speaks to its authentic circulation history, while keeping the essential legends and date crisp and fully legible. For collectors of British India coinage, Victoria Empress issues hold a special allure due to their striking artistry and historical significance bridging the 19th century. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive imperial type set or seeking an alluring portal into Victorian numismatics, this genuine artifact offers undeniable charm, tangible precious metal value, and a remarkable slice of world history you can hold in the palm of your hand.