What is the market value of a 1857 ONE QUARTER ANNA coin (BIRMINGHAM Mint)?

The estimated collector value of a 1857 ONE QUARTER ANNA coin from BIRMINGHAM Mint ranges from approximately ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 in circulated condition, and ₹5,000 to ₹25,000 in Uncirculated (UNC) or GEM UNC condition, depending on strike quality and surface preservation.

What are the metal composition, weight, and size of this 1857 ONE QUARTER ANNA coin?

This coin is minted in Copper with an official weight of 6.47 grams and a diameter of 25.50 mm. Its shape is Circular with a Plain edge.

How do I identify the BIRMINGHAM Mint mark on this 1857 ONE QUARTER ANNA coin?

The mint mark for BIRMINGHAM Mint is typically struck directly below the year (1857) on the reverse or obverse. Look closely under magnification for the BIRMINGHAM mint symbol.

1857 EAST INDIA COMPANY ONE QUARTER ANNA (BIRMINGHAM Mint) - British India Value

1857 India ONE QUARTER ANNA Coin BIRMINGHAM Mint - Obverse and Reverse High Resolution

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Obverse Company's coat of arms, year 1857 between scroll & ribbon. AUSP:REG: & SEN : ANG on ribbon.

Reverse Yak pai on top, ONE QUARTER ANNA, within wreth of laurel, all surrounded by the lettering Legend EAST INDIA COMPANY.

Issuer : British India
Category : British India
Company / King / Queen : EAST INDIA COMPANY
Issue Value : ONE QUARTER ANNA
Year : 1857
Date of Issue : 1857
Type : Circulation
Mint & Mint Mark : BIRMINGHAM / Wreath top tips ends with one or two leaves
Metal & Metal Composition : Copper | 100% Copper
Weight : 6.47 gms
Diameter : 25.50-25.60 mm
Thickness : 1.80 mm
Shape : Circular
Edge : Plain
Demonetized : Yes

Mintage and Market Value

ID	Mintage	Circulation	UNC to GEM UNC	Frq	Report
BI123BI	47040000	₹1,000–₹2,000	₹5,000–₹25,000	Rare	Report

ID: BI123BI Report

Mintage 47040000
Circulation ₹1,000–₹2,000
UNC to GEM UNC ₹5,000–₹25,000
Frequency Rare

Mule and Lion Variety

Wreath top tips ends with single or two leaves.

Wreath top tips ends with single or two leaves.

EAST INDIA COMPANY One Quarter Anna Coin – 1857 Birmingham Mint

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