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George VI Half Rupee (Quaternary) (1942–1945): value and silver content
The wartime half rupee in 50% silver alloy. It was struck in large numbers and is easy to find. It completes a George VI type set cheaply.
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| Ruler | George VI |
|---|---|
| Years | 1942–1945 |
| Denomination | ½ Rupee |
| Metal | 50% silver (quaternary) |
| Standard weight | 5.83 g |
| Pure silver | 2.92 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
About 2.9 g of silver per coin, so even a handful adds up to only a modest melt value.
Questions
How much silver is in a George VI Half Rupee (Quaternary)?
A full-weight coin has about 2.92 g of pure silver.
Is my George VI Half Rupee (Quaternary) 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 VI One Rupee (1938–1939)
1938–1939
50% silver (quaternary)George VI Quaternary Rupee
1940–1945
Nickel, no silverGeorge VI Nickel Rupee
1946–1947
Silver (11/12 fine)Victoria Empress Half Rupee
1877–1901
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