Rare Half Rupee 1899 Queen Victoria Empress Calcutta Mint British India Silver Coinage Coin # A481

Rare silver Half Rupee of 1899 struck for British India during the reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. The obverse carries the crowned and draped bust facing left with the legend VICTORIA EMPRESS, while the reverse shows HALF RUPEE / INDIA and the date 1899 within an ornate floral wreath.

• Denomination: Half Rupee (eight annas)
• Year: 1899, Queen Victoria Empress series
• Metal: silver,.917 fineness, standard weight about 5.83 g
• Diameter: approximately 24 mm, plain circular flan with reeded edge
• Condition: Very Fine, even wear with clear legends and good wreath detail
• Mint mark below the date not clearly readable on this piece
• Mint: Calcutta Mint

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Step back into the height of the British Raj with this captivating 1899 silver Half Rupee, struck during the legendary reign of Queen Victoria as Empress of India. Issued by the prestigious Calcutta Mint, this historic collectible contains .917 fine silver and weighs approximately 5.83 grams with a classic reeded edge. Graded in Very Fine condition, the coin displays pleasing even wear, wonderfully legible legends, and crisp details across its iconic crowned bust and ornate floral wreath reverse. For numismatists, Victorian-era coinage holds immense appeal, capturing the intricate artistry and vast economic reach of the British Empire at the turn of the 20th century. Owning a piece minted in Kolkata connects collectors directly to the bustling trade networks of colonial India. Whether you are expanding a specialized imperial series or seeking a tangible piece of global history to anchor your portfolio, this genuine silver artifact is a remarkable acquisition. Please note that the exact piece photographed is the singular item you will receive.