George V, Silver, 2 Annas, 1917, Calcutta Mint, No dot. GK 1117. NGS Slabbed MS 63 Brilliant.Very Scarce.

George V Silver 2 Annas 1917, Calcutta Mint (No dot variety) (GK 1117) is a British India fractional coin struck in .917 fine silver as part of the pre-decimal currency system widely used across the Indian subcontinent during the early 20th century. The obverse bears the crowned and draped bust of King George V with imperial inscriptions, while the reverse features the denomination “Two Annas” within a floral wreath along with the date and Calcutta Mint attribution, with this issue distinguished by the absence of the dot variety seen on some contemporary strikes. This coin belongs to the wartime-era series of British India silver fractional coinage, which played an essential role in everyday transactions across colonial India during and after the First World War. The example graded NGC MS63 Brilliant is an uncirculated specimen showing strong original mint luster, sharp detail, and minimal contact marks, indicating excellent preservation. Its “Very Scarce” designation reflects its limited availability in certified Mint State condition, particularly for clean, non-dot Calcutta Mint issues within the 2 Annas 1917 series.