The Uniform Coinage of India, British Imperial Period, George V, original cupro-nickel Proof 8 Annas, 1919, Bombay, crowned and robed bust left, elephant on decoration, george v king emperor around, rev. 8 annas india and date in scalloped octagon within double-lined rectangle, āṭha anna aath annas enimidi annās aṭa ānnāsa around, pellet below, edge plain, 7.87g/12h (Prid. p.198 [not in Sale]; SW 8.132; KM. 520). Area of toning in front of face and a few light specks on reverse, otherwise brilliant and practically as struck, very rare as an original Proof [previously certified and graded PCGS PR 62] £600-£800

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Puddester Collection.

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‘Diana’ Collection, Baldwin Auction 54 (London), 6 May 2008, lot 578, label.

Owner’s ticket and PCGS label (391912.62)