British India Half Rupee 1942 King George VI Silver Coin

British India Half Rupee 1942 silver coin issued during the reign of King George VI. The obverse features the crowned portrait of King George VI facing left with the inscription GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR, designed by engraver Percy Metcalfe. The reverse displays HALF RUPEE INDIA 1942 surrounded by an ornate floral wreath featuring roses, thistle, shamrock and lotus flowers, with the Persian inscription Hasht Aanay, meaning eight annas or half rupee. This issue was struck in 50% silver and features a security edge. The 1942 Bombay Mint issue is associated with the dot mint mark. The coin is a classic British India silver issue and an attractive collectible from the George VI period.