HISTORICAL COIN DETAILS – ONE QUARTER ANNA (1935)
1. Coin Name: One Quarter Anna
2. Country: British India
3. Year of Issue: 1935
4. Ruler: King George V (1910–1936)
5. Denomination: ¼ Anna
6. Historical Value: 1 Rupee = 16 Annas, so ¼ Anna = 1/64 of a Rupee.
7. Metal Composition: Bronze
8. Shape: Round
9. Diameter: Approximately 25.4 mm
10. Weight: Approximately 4.85 grams
11. Design Details:
- Obverse (Front): Features the crowned portrait of King George V with the inscription “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR.”
- Reverse (Back): Displays “ONE QUARTER ANNA INDIA 1935,” surrounded by an ornamental floral wreath.
12. Historical Background:
This coin was issued during the British colonial period in India. It is a reminder of India's monetary system before independence in 1947. The anna was a former Indian currency unit used before the decimal currency system was introduced in 1957.
13. Collector's Value:
The value depends on the coin's condition, authenticity, and mint mark. Ordinary circulated examples are generally modestly valued by collectors, while exceptional examples may be worth more. An exact valuation requires a closer inspection.
14. Historical Significance:
This coin is a collectible piece of Indian monetary history and represents the currency used during the reign of King George V.
Note: The identification is based on the visible inscriptions in the photographs. The coin appears consistent with a 1935 British India One Quarter Anna coin. Reference: "Numista – ¼ Anna, George V" (https://en.numista.com/1619)
