British India Coin – 1/12 Anna

EAST INDIA COMPANY – 1/12 ANNA
Obverse
  • Shield: The shield is divided into four quarters. The first quarter displays the combined arms of England and France, symbolizing the historical connection between the two nations. The other three quarters contain the company’s own arms, which feature a red cross on a white background.
  • Two Lions: These lions are the supporters of the shield, symbolizing strength and power.
  • St. George’s Cross: This cross on the crest represents England and its patron saint, St. George.
  • Flags: The flags likely represent the flags of England and the East India Company.
  • Motto: Below the shield is a ribbon with the motto “AUSP: REG: & SEN: ANG:”, which stands for “Auspicio Regis et Senatus Angliae” meaning “Under the auspices of the King and Senate of England”.
  • Date: The year of minting above ribbon.
  • Differences: There are few difference between 1835 and 1848 coin.
  • Lettering:
    1835, 1848
    AUSP: REG: & SEN: ANG:
Reverse
  • Laurel Wreath: This wreath encircles the central design element, symbolizing victory and honor.
  • Bilingual Inscription: The inclusion of both English and Persian inscriptions reflects the diverse linguistic landscape of India during the colonial era.
  • Plain Rim: This simple rim frames the entire design, providing a clean and elegant border.
  • Lettering:
    EAST INDIA COMPANY
    1/12
    ANNA
    ثلث پاى

Edge: Plain.

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 2.18g.

Minted Technique: Milled.

Metal Composition: Copper.

Mints & Coin Orientation:

  • Madras / Chennai: 17.8 mm Diameter, Medal and Coin Alignment.
  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.5 mm Diameter.
  • Bombay / Mumbai: 18 mm Diameter, Medal Alignment.
VICTORIA QUEEN – 1/12 ANNA
Obverse
  • Portrait: Crown bust of Queen Victoria facing Left.
  • Legend: VICTORIA QUEEN.

Mints:

  • Madras / Chennai: 17.6-17.7 mm Diameter.
  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.4-17.5 mm Diameter.
  • Bombay / Mumbai: 17.9-18 mm Diameter.

Metal Composition: Copper.

Coin Orientation: Coin Alignment.

Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, dividing line, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1874

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 2.16g.

Edge & Rim: Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Minted Technique: Milled.

VICTORIA EMPRESS – 1/12 ANNA
Obverse
  • Portrait: Crown bust of Empress Victoria facing Left.
  • Legend: VICTORIA EMPRESS.

Mints:

  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.4-18 mm Diameter.
  • Bombay / Mumbai: 17.4-18 mm Diameter.

Difference: Count number of panels in dress.

  • Calcutta mint: 4 panels, ‘S’ away from dress
    Bombay mint: 4.5 panels, ‘S’ close to dress
Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, dividing line, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1889

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 2.16g.

Edge & Rim: Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Coin Orientation: Medal Alignment.

Metal Composition: Copper.

Minted Technique: Milled.

EDWARD VII – 1/12 ANNA (COPPER)
Obverse
  • Portrait: Bust of Edward VII facing Right.
  • Legend: EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR.

Mints:

  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.3-17.5 mm Diameter, minted only in Calcutta.

Metal Composition: Copper.

Coin Orientation: Medal Alignment.

Edge & Rim:

Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, dividing line, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1904

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 2.16g.

Minted Technique: Milled.

EDWARD VII – 1/12 ANNA (BRONZE)
Obverse
  • Portrait: Bust of Edward VII facing Right.
  • Legend: EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR.

Mints:

  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.3-17.5 mm Diameter, minted only in Calcutta.

Metal Composition: Bronze.

Coin Orientation: Medal Alignment.

Edge & Rim:

Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, dividing line, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1909

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 1.65g.

Minted Technique: Milled.

GEORGE V – 1/12 ANNA
Obverse
  • Portrait: Crowned Bust of George V facing Left.
  • Legend: GEORGE V KING EMPEROR.

Mints:

  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.4-17.6 mm Diameter, no mint mark.
  • Bombay/Mumbai: 17.4-17.6 mm Diameter, Dot ‘•’ symbol under date.

Metal Composition: Bronze.

Coin Orientation: Medal Alignment.

Edge & Rim: Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, dividing line, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1936

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 1.65g.

Minted Technique: Milled.

GEORGE VI – 1/12 ANNA
Obverse
  • Portrait: Crowned Bust of George V facing Left.
  • Legend: GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR.

Mints:

  • Calcutta / Kolkata: 17.4-17.6 mm Diameter, no mint mark. Shorter fleur-de-lis in the crown on the obverse.
  • Bombay/Mumbai: 17.4-17.6 mm Diameter. 1939, 1941: Dot ‘•’ under the date. 1942: No bead under the date, but 5 dots on the reverse.

Metal Composition: Bronze.

Coin Orientation: Medal Alignment.

Reverse
  • Design: A wreath and beaded circle with Value, country name and date.
  • Lettering:
    1/12
    ANNA
    INDIA
    1942

Shape: Circular.

Weight: 1.62g.

Edge & Rim: Plain edge & Toothed rim.

Minted Technique: Milled.