Half Rupee 1921 King George V of British India Silver Coin

The 1921 Calcutta Mint Half Rupee silver coin from British India is a remarkable collectible minted under King George V’s reign. Composed of 91.7% pure silver and weighing approximately 5.83 grams, its diameter ranges from 24.3 to 24.6 mm. The obverse displays a crowned bust of King George V, facing left, with the legend “GEORGE V KING EMPEROR” encircling the portrait. On the reverse, “HALF RUPEE INDIA 1921” is inscribed in bold letters within a double-line circle, surrounded by an ornate floral scroll of roses, thistles, and shamrocks, symbolizing the coin’s colonial heritage. Notably, Calcutta Mint coins show no dot below the date, unlike the Bombay Mint issues. With its historical value, attractive design, and silver purity, the 1921 Calcutta half rupee appeals to both collectors and investors seeking a piece of Indian colonial history.