1910 Edward VII 1 Anna Coin

Edward VII 1 Anna Coin– British India, 1910

This Edward VII 1 Anna coin is a highly collectible piece from the British India period, struck during the reign of King Edward VII. The coin features an intricate design, with inscriptions in multiple languages, making it a significant piece of numismatic history.

Obverse:
The obverse features a scalloped shape with the crowned head of King Edward VII facing right. Surrounding the portrait is the English legend “EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR”, with the engraver’s initials “B” and “DeS.” underneath the portrait, indicating the work of George William de Saulles, the engraver.

Reverse:
The reverse displays the name of the country, denomination, and date within a floral pattern, with “One Anna” inscribed in Urdu, Telugu, Bengali, and Devanagari around the outer edge, signifying the multilingual nature of British India.

• Lettering on Reverse:
  • “ایک آن” (Urdu), “ఒకఅణా” (Telugu), “এক আনা” (Bengali), “एक आना” (Devanagari)
  • “INDIA AN 1 NA 1910”

Comments:

• The coin has varying weights between 3.69g and 3.92g, reflecting slight variations from minting.
• Mint Mark: The Bombay mint mark is incused with a small ‘B’ within a crown.