India › Indian princely states › Indore, ½ Anna – Shivaji Rao Rare Coin

Issuer	Princely state of Indore
Type	Standard circulation coins
Years	1943-1959 (1886-1902)
Calendar	Vikram Samvat
Value	½ Anna (1⁄32)
Currency	Rupee (1760-1935)
Composition	Copper
Weight	12.5 g
Diameter	30 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized	Yes

This exceptional ½ Anna copper coin from the Princely State of Indore represents a fascinating piece of Indian numismatic history under the reign of Maharaja Shivaji Rao. Minted between 1943-1959 (corresponding to 1886-1902 in the Vikram Samvat calendar), this round milled coin weighs 12.5 grams and measures 30mm in diameter, making it a substantial collectible piece.

Composed entirely of copper, this standard circulation coin carries significant historical weight as a relic of India’s princely state era—a period when individual kingdoms maintained their own monetary systems before Indian independence. The variable alignment orientation reflects authentic minting techniques of that era, adding to its historical authenticity.

Now demonetized, this coin has transformed from everyday currency into a prized collectible for serious numismatists and history enthusiasts. Collectors are drawn to Indore state coins for their relative scarcity and the distinctive cultural heritage they embody. The Shivaji Rao period pieces are particularly sought-after, representing a specific moment in Indian princely state coinage. Whether you’re building a comprehensive Indian states collection, studying monetary history, or seeking investment-grade historical artifacts, this ½ Anna coin offers both aesthetic appeal and historical significance—a tangible connection to pre-independence India.