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In the year 1835, the British East India Company introduced a major reform in the Indian currency system.

This coin — the Half Anna — was among the first to be minted under the standardized system.

On the obverse side, the words "East India Company" encircle a laurel wreath, within which we see the denomination: Half Anna.

On the reverse, two majestic lions stand guarding a central shield, a symbol of British authority, with the year 1835 inscribed boldly below.

The coin held a value of 1/32 of a Rupee. It was typically made of copper, though some variations featured alloy blends.

This Half Anna represents more than just currency — it symbolizes the consolidation of British colonial control through monetary uniformity.

Today, it stands as a valuable relic of India’s colonial past — a silent witness to the era of empire and economic transformation.