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George V Two Annas (Silver) (1911–1917): value and silver content
The last silver two-anna coin. From 1918 the two anna was struck in cupro-nickel in a square shape, which makes the round silver version easy to tell apart.
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| Ruler | George V |
|---|---|
| Years | 1911–1917 |
| Denomination | 2 Annas |
| Metal | Silver (11/12 fine) |
| Standard weight | 1.46 g |
| Pure silver | 1.34 g |
Silver melt value
Default rate ₹250/g (August 2026). Enter today's rate for an accurate figure. Dealers usually pay below melt value, to cover their margin and refining costs.
What to check
Round and silver means 1917 or earlier. Square means the later cupro-nickel type, which has no silver value.
Questions
How much silver is in a George V Two Annas (Silver)?
A full-weight coin has about 1.34 g of pure silver.
Is my George V Two Annas (Silver) worth more than its silver?
It can be. Sharp, unworn coins, scarcer dates and mint variants attract collectors. Heavily worn common dates usually sell close to melt value.
Should I clean the coin before selling?
No. Cleaning or polishing leaves fine scratches and removes original toning, and collectors pay noticeably less for cleaned coins.
Related coins
George V "Pig Rupee"
1911
Silver (11/12 fine)George V One Rupee
1912–1936
Silver (11/12 fine)George V Half Rupee
1911–1936
Silver (11/12 fine)George V Quarter Rupee
1911–1936
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