George V, Set of 4 Silver, Restrike Proof, Rupee, 1/2 Rupee, 1/4 Rupee, 2 Anna, 1911, “Pig” type. Rupee NGC as PF 63, 1/2 Rupee PCGS as PR 63, 1/4 Rupee NGC as PF 63 & 2 Anna NGC as PF 62. Extremely rare as a complete set of 4 coins. Sir Bertrand Mackennal, the famed sculptor and engraver was commissioned to design the coins of new Emperor King George V. The crowned and regally decorated bust of the King appeared on the obverse side, while the reverse side had a floral design. Unlike the simple floral pattern of its predecessors, the new reverse side design screamed British Empire. This design featured the three emblems of the United Kingdom: The Rose of England, the Thistle of Scotland, and the Shamrock of Ireland. The Lotus of India appeared on the top. This side featuring the King’s bust depicted the “Order of the Indian Empire”, which was worn by the British sovereign. The golden collar chain of the Order was decorated with golden elephants, roses and peacocks. But due to poor engraving the coins’ “Elephant” looked like a Pig. The Elephant’s body and legs were quite disproportionate. No tusks were discernible, and the short trunk resembled a Pig’s snout. Thus these coins were called as Pig Rupee. So authority recalled these Pig Rupee for melting.