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Two Annas

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Reverse Types I, II

Coins minted from 1862 through 1873 all have the date 1862.

The Two Annas coin has two Reverse designs, which can most easily be identified by examining the flower at the top of the coin (12 o'clock position).

Reverse I - The top flower is large and has two large petals above its base that are long and curve downward.
Reverse II - The top flower is small and has two large petals above its base that are short and horizontal.

Type I
Type I
Type II
Type II

Reverse Type I
Reverse Type I
Reverse Type I (Detail)
Detail of Reverse I

Reverse Type II
Reverse Type II
Reverse Type II (Detail)
Detail of Reverse II
Last Update: 28-October-2002

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