British India One Quarter Anna 1912 to 1942 Twenty Four Different Years Collection Set

The British India One Quarter Anna Collection Set (1912–1942) is an impressive numismatic collection featuring 24 different years of Quarter Anna coins issued during the British colonial period. This set spans three monarchs—King George V, King George VI, and the early issues of King Edward VII (if applicable in design transition types)—making it a valuable historical and collectible assortment.

Historical Significance

The Quarter Anna was a widely used denomination in British India, representing everyday transactions among the general population. This collection covers a crucial period of Indian history, including the later colonial era leading up to independence. Coins from this era reflect economic, political, and design transitions under British rule.

Design Details

• Obverse: Portrait of the ruling British monarch
  • King George V (1912–1936 issues)
  • King George VI (1938–1942 issues)
• Legend: “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR” or “GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR”
• Reverse: Denomination “ONE QUARTER ANNA INDIA” with year, surrounded by a decorative wreath or floral design depending on the issue

Specifications (Typical for Series)

• Country: British India
• Denomination: One Quarter Anna
• Metal: Bronze
• Shape: Round
• Diameter: Approx. 25 mm
• Mint: Calcutta & Bombay (Bombay issues may carry a small dot mint mark)

What You Get

• A set of 24 coins, each from a different year between 1912 and 1942
• Includes coins from both George V and George VI periods
• Carefully curated to provide a wide date range collection
• Coins may be in circulated to better collectible condition

Collector Value

• Excellent for building a date-wise British India collection
• Ideal for both beginners and advanced numismatists
• Saves time and effort compared to sourcing individual coins
• Increasing demand due to historical importance and limited availability

Why This Set is Special

• Covers over 30 years of British Indian coinage history
• Multi-year collection in a single lot
• Represents an important low-denomination series of colonial India
• Great investment for long-term numismatic value