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THE QUICKEST CIRCULATING COIN OF INDIA

2.) METAMORPHOSIS OF 1 RUPEE COINS OF INDIA, 1835 TO 2011
3.) REGULAR ANNA/ PICE SERIES COINS OF REPUBLIC OF INDIA
4.) DECIMAL 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 20, 25, 50 PAISE REGULAR COINS
5.) DECIMAL 1, 2, 5, 10 RUPEES REGULAR
6.) REGULAR CROSS COINS, ISSUED IN INDIA
7.) 5, 10, 20, 25 PAISE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA |
8.) 50 PAISE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
9.) 1 RUPEE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
10.) 2 RUPEES CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
13.) MINT ERROR COINS OF INDIA
14.) THE MULE COINS OF REPUBLIC INDIA
15.) THE FAKE COINS OF INDIA
16.) AN INTERESTING 100 RUPEES NOTE
1.)
About This Blog

Dear Friend,
Thank you for visiting my blog. I have been collecting coins of India from my child hood days. At that time, no
internet was there, what to speak of internet, even no reference books on coin collection, were available with
me. I simply collected coins from circulation, choosing only by different designs.
After buying a reference book on coins, Nineteenth & Twentieth Century Coins of India, written by Mr. D
Chakravarty of Kolkata, I gained a good knowledge about the science of coin collection. After getting a broadband connection, I had the privilege of accessing the Internet and got a chance to visit many sites on coin
collection and learnt many facts about coins.
As I am a teacher by profession, I wished to share my knowledge about coins with my fellow collectors and I
presume that I have achieved my aim to some extent by starting this blog. I have tried to post the facts and
figures needed by collectors of coins. You, as a guest to this blog, are the right person to impartially judge about
how far I am successful in my mission.
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photos from many other collector friends are also placed in this blog for knowledge sharing purpose and help of
those collectors are duly acknowledged by me. If you have any interesting coin with you in your collection and
wish to share it with others, you are cordially invited to join hands with me and let us all try to push Indian
Numismatics
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1.) THE QUICKEST CIRCULATING COIN OF INDIA

The 5 Rupees. Connectivity and IT coin:
In the years 2007 and 2008, India issued a new steel coin in the denomination of 5 rupees.
Details about this coin:

Metal: Ferritic Stainless Steel (Iron - 83% + Chromium - 17%)
Weight: 6 Gms
Diameter: 23 mm
Obverse: The face of the coin is divided into three portions with two horizontal lines. The center portion bears
the "Lion Capitol" of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate" inscribed below. The top portion
contains word "Bharat" in Hindi and "INDIA" in English and bottom portion contains the Year of issue in
International Numerals.
Reverse: The lower periphery of this face of the coin contains the two visual metaphors which depicts the
smooth fluid mass representing the ceaseless flow of data/information in the ether. In the center,
Denominational Value "5" in International Numerals and in upper periphery the word Rupaye" in Hindi and the
word "Rupees" in English.
Shape: Circular
Edge: Security
The 50 Paise Bharat Natyam coin:
In the years 2008, 2009 and 2010, India issued a new steel coin in the denomination of 50 Paise.
Details about this coin:

Metal: Ferritic Stainless Steel (Iron - 83% + Chromium - 17%)
Weight: 3.75 gm
Diameter: 22mm
Obverse: Almost same as the 5 rupee Connectivity and IT coin.
Reverse: A clenched fist with value 50 in International Numerals
Shape: Circular
Edge: Plain
Comparison between these two coins:
Both the coins are of the same shape, same metal and same Obverse. The difference between the diameter
and weight is negligible. Though the reverse and the edge of both the coins are different, both the coins are
identical to each other in many respects.
Reaction of the public towards this 5 rupee coin:
As both the coins are identical to each other in many respects, it becomes difficult for general public to
differentiate between these two coins at the time of transaction. As a result, most of the public (almost 99 out of
100) have wrongly given this 5 rupee coin as a 50 Paise coin to other persons, hence incurring a financial loss.
Hence almost every person dislikes either to handle this 5 rupee coin or to keep this coin with them, due to the
fear of incurring financial loss at some time. So almost every person (not the coin collectors) tries to get rid of
this idiotic 5 rupee coin at the earliest opportunity. Hence this 5 rupees coin is the quickest circulating coin of
India.
2.) METAMORPHOSIS OF 1 RUPEE COINS OF INDIA, 1835 TO 2011

Uniform coinage of India:
Prior to 1835 A.D., the East India Company issued coins in Bengal Presidency, Bombay Presidency and
Madras Presidency. These coins were circulated in local area for use in the local trade.
For any particular value, the coins circulated in different areas of India were of different weight, fineness and
size. In order to remove this chaotic condition, East India Company decided to introduce a uniform coinage in
the territories of the company.
All the details of the new coinage were laid down by Act XVIII of 1835. As per this act the weight of the rupee
coin was standardized at 180 grains troy (1 Tola) and its fineness at 11/12 (i.e. 165 grains of pure silver and 15
grains of alloy). The rupee coin would bear the effigy of the then king of United Kingdom.
Standard Silver Rupee:
Specifications
Weight- 180 grains
Metal composition- 165 grains of pure silver and 15 grains of alloy
Diameter 1.3
Shape - Circular
Edge milled
Obv - effigy of the then king or queen of United Kingdom
Rev Value of the coin
1835 1840 (King William IIII)
Obv - Head of William IV with the legend WILLIAM IIII KING

Rev Value of the coin in English and Persian with the legend EAST INDIA COMPANY
All other specifications are same as described above.
1840, (First issue) (Queen Victoria Continuous Legend)
Obv Uncrowned head of Queen Victoria with the continuous legend VICTORIA QUEEN
1840 - 1861, (Second issue) (Queen Victoria Divided Legend)
Obv - Uncrowned head of Queen Victoria with the divided legend VICTORIA QUEEN
Dia Changed from 1.3 to 1.2
After the Indian mutiny in 1857, the administration of India was transferred from East India Company to a
Council of state under British crown. In the year 1858 Victoria was proclaimed as the queen of Great Britain and
colonies.
1862 - 1876, (Queen Victoria, Crowned head)
Obv - Crowned bust of Queen Victoria in place of uncrowned head design of the earlier issues with the
divided legend VICTORIA QUEEN
Rev Value of the coin in English only. Legend EAST INDIA COMPANY removed
On 1.1.1877 Queen Victoria assumed the title of Empress of India. Hence the inscription on the Rupee and
other coins was changed from Victoria Queen to Victoria Empress.
1877 - 1901, (Victoria Empress)
Obv - Crowned bust of Victoria Empress with

the legend VICTORIA EMPRESS
1901 - 1910, (King Edward VII)
Obv Uncrowned head of King Edward VII with the legend EDWARD VII KING & EMPEROR
Rev Crown of the king, coin value in English and Persian and a floral design.
King George Variable was coroneted on 22nd June, 1911 after the death of his father King Edward VII. Rupee
coins were issued bearing his effigy from 1911 to 1922. No rupee coin was issued from 1923 to 1936.
1911 - 1936, (King George V)
Obv Crowned head of King George V with the legend GEORGE V KING EMPEROR
Rev Coin value in English and Persian with date surrounded with a floral design.
King George VI was coroneted in 1937. Rupee coins were issued bearing his effigy from 1938.
1937 - 1939, (King George VI)
Obv Crowned head of King George VI with the legend GEORGE VI KING EMPEROR
Years of Issue 1938, 1939
Quaternary Silver Rupee:
The 2nd World War started in 1939. Due to the war the price of silver rose high. The metal value of the silver
rupee coin surpassed its face value. Hence the Government decided to issue rupee and other Standard Silver
coins in quaternary alloy.
1940 - 1945, (King George VI)
Metal composition - Quaternary alloy (50% silver, 40% copper, 5% Nickel and 5% Zinc)
Edge Security
Years of issue 1940 to 1945
Pure Nickel Rupee:

Due to the rise of price of silver after the end of World war II, the Government decided to issue rupee and other
Quaternary Silver coins, in pure Nickel.
1947, (King George VI)
Year of issue 1947

Rev Value in English, Hindi and Persian with a stalking tiger.
Metal composition Pure Nickel
Diameter 1.1
1950 1956 (Republic of India ) (Old Currency)
Years of issue 1950, 1954

Obv Lion Capital of Ashoka, with the legend GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
Rev A large 1 flanked by two ears of corn and value in English, and Ek Rupaya in Hindi.
1957- 1974 (Republic of India) (Decimal Currency)

Obv Lion Capital of Ashoka, with INDIA in English and Bharat in Hindi
Rev Same as above but value in Hindi changed to Rupaya.
Weight - 10 grams
Diameter 28 mm
Cupro Nickel Rupee:
With a view to conserve Nickel which was in short supply throughout the world, the Government decided to
issue rupee coins in Cupro nickel with less weight.
1975-1982 (Big size rupee)

Metal composition Cupro-Nickel (75% Copper and 25% Nickel)
Weight - 8 grams
1983-1991 (Small size rupee)

Weight - 6 grams
Diameter 26 mm
Edge Security from 1983 to 1989, Upright milled from 1990 t0 1991
Stainless Steel Rupee:
Due to gradual rise in the price of copper and Nickel, the intrinsic value of the Cupro-nickel coins surpassed its
face value. To check the large scale diversion of these coins from circulation for melting purposes by dishonest
traders, the Government decided to gradually change Cupro-nickel coins to steel coins. In this regard steel
coins in the denomination of 10p, 25p and 50p were changed to steel from 1988. The rupee coin was issued in
steel from 1992.
1992-2004 (Same design as 1983-1991 Cupro nickel rupee)

Metal composition Ferrite Stainless Steel (80.5% Iron, 18% Chromium)
Weight - 4.85 grams
Diameter 25 mm
Edge Upright milled from 1992 to 1995, Plain edge from 1995
2004 2006 (Theme - Unity in diversity) (cross)

Rev a cross dividing 4 dots with value in English and Hindi
Obv Bharat in Hindi, India in English at top, Lion capital and big 1 between 2 horizontal lines, Year of
issue at bottom
Edge - Plain
2007 2011 (Theme - Bharat Natyam) (One finger)

Rev A ladys hand with pointing fore finger with a big 1 and Rupaya in Hindi,Rupee in English.
Obv Bharat in Hindi, India in English at top, Lion capital between 2 horizontal lines, Year of issue at
bottom
2011 (Theme New Rupee Symbol)
Specifications
Years of issue 2011
Metal composition Ferritic Stainless Steel (83% Iron, 17 % Chromium)
Weight 3.75 Gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 22 mm
Edge 25 serrations on diagonally opposite sides
Obv The face of the coin shows the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate" in
Hindi, inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word "Bharat" in Hindi and on the right periphery
with the word INDIA" in English.
Rev The face of the coin shows the denominational value 1 in the international numerals flanked on the left
and right periphery with a floral design. The upper periphery bears the Rupee symbol and the year of minting in
international numerals is shown on the lower periphery.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Noida
Km Number NA
3.) REGULAR ANNA/ PICE SERIES COINS OF REPUBLIC OF INDIA

Anna / Pice Series:
th
India attained her Independence on 15 August, 1947. But there was no immediate change in her coinage. In the years
following the Independence, all the coins bearing the effigy of King George VI continued to be struck at the Indian mints
with the frozen date 1947.
On the 26th January, 1950, India declared herself to be a Republic. On 15th August, 1950 a new series of coins were issued
with the design of Lion Capital of Ashoka on the obverse. This series of coins were issued in the denomination of Single
Pice, Half Anna, One Anna, Two Annas, Quarter Rupee, Half Rupee and One Rupee.
The Mumbai mint issued all the coins of this series. The mint mark of Mumbai mint is a diamond shaped dot. The Kolkata
mint issued the Single Pice, Half Anna, Quarter Rupee, and Half Rupee coins only. There is no mint mark on issues of
Kolkata mint. The Hyderabad mint issued the Single Pice coins only. The mint mark of Hyderabad mint is a diamond mint
mark, split vertically.
One Pice:
Specifications
Years of issue 1950 - 1955
Metal composition Bronze (97% Copper + 2.5% Zinc + 0.5% Tin)
Weight 60 grains (Thick coin, thickness 1.6 mm, issued in 1950)
-- 45 grains (Thin coin, thickness 1.2 mm, issued from 1951 to 1955)
Shape Circular
Diameter 0.84
Edge unmilled plain
Obv Lion capital of Ashoka, with legend GOVERNMENT OF INDIA around periphery.
Rev The center of this coin shows a replica of the horse, shown at the base of the Lion capital. The value of the coin in
both English and Hindi, appears at the top of the periphery and the year of issue at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai (1950- 55), Kolkata(1950- 51,1953-54), Hyderabad(1953- 55)
Km Number # 1
Note:
i)
The issues of 1950, of this coin are found with both thick rim and thin hair line rim.
ii)
The issues of 1950, of this coin, are all thick coins with thickness 1.6 mm, weight 60 grains.
iii) The issues of 1951 to 1955, of this coin, are all thin coins with thickness 1.2 mm, weight 45 grains.
Half Anna:
Specifications
Years of issue 1950, 1954 - 55
Metal composition Copper Nickel alloy (75% Copper + 25% Nickel)
Weight 45 grains
Shape Square with rounded corners
Diameter 0.684 across sides, 0.778 across corners
Edge unmilled plain
Rev The center of this coin shows a replica of the bull, shown at the base of the Lion capital. The value of the coin in
both English and Hindi, appears at the top of the periphery and the year of issue at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai (1950, 1954 - 55), Kolkata(1950, 1954)
Km Number # 2
One Anna:
Specifications
Weight 60 grains
Shape Scalloped (12 numbers)
Diameter 0.7795 min, 0.827 max
Edge unmilled plain
both English and Hindi appears at the top of the periphery and the year of issue at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai
Km Number # 3
Two Annas:
Specifications
Weight 90 grains
Diameter 0.88 across sides, 1.00 across corners
Edge unmilled plain
both English and Hindi appears at the top of the periphery and the year of issue at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai
Km Number # 4
Quarter Rupee:
Specifications
Years of issue 1950 51, 1954 - 56
Metal composition Nickel (100%)
Weight 45 grains
Shape Circular
Diameter 0.75
Edge Milled
Rev The center of this coin shows , in international numerals between two ears of corn. The value of this coin in Hindi
appears at the top of the periphery and the value in English and the year of issue appear under .
Minted at Mumbai (1950 51, 1955), Kolkata(1950 - 51, 1955 - 56)
Km Number # 5
Note:
i) The issues of 1954, of this coin, from Kolkata mint, are found with larger or smaller lion capital.
Half Rupee:
a) With dots after GOVERNMENT and OF
Specifications
Years of issue 1950 51, 1954 - 55
Weight 90 grains
Shape Circular
Diameter 0.95
Edge Milled
Obv Lion capital of Ashoka, with legend GOVERNMENT. OF. INDIA around periphery (With dots).
Rev The center of this coin shows , in international numerals between two ears of corn. The value of this coin in Hindi
appears at the top of the periphery and the value in English and the year of issue appear under .
Minted at Mumbai (1950 51, 1954 - 55), Kolkata(1950, 1954)
Km Number # 6.2
b) Dots after GOVERNMENT and OF removed
Specifications
Year of issue 1956
Obv Lion capital of Ashoka redrawn, with legend GOVERNMENT OFINDIA around periphery (Dots removed).
Minted at Kolkata
Km Number # 6.3
One Rupee:
Specifications
Weight 180 grains
Shape Circular
Diameter 1.1
Edge Security
Rev The center of this coin shows 1, in international numerals between two ears of corn. The value of this coin in Hindi
appears at the top of the periphery and the value in English and the year of issue appear under 1.
Minted at Mumbai
Km Number # 7
5.) DECIMAL 1, 2, 5, 10 RUPEES REGULAR

Decimal 1 Rupee Regular Issue
a) 1 rupee (Pure Nickel Issue)
Specifications
Weight 10 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 28 mm
Edge Security
Obv Lion capital of Ashoka, with INDIA in English and BHARAT in Hindi appearing on either side.
Rev A large 1 flanked by two ears of corn and value RUPEE in English shown below, and Rupaya in Hindi
is shown at the top. The year of issue is shown at the bottom.
Minted at Kolkata(1962), Mumbai(1970)
Km Number # 75
b) 1 rupee (Bigger size, Copper Nickel)
Specifications
Weight 8 gms
Minted at Kolkata (1975 - 76, 1978 - 81) , Mumbai(1975 - 82)
Km Number # 78
All other specifications are same as above.
Note:
i) Die varieties in the obverse of the 1975 issue of Kolkata mint is reported.
Obv - Die - I (Small lion)
Obv - Die - II (Big lion)

ii)
Obv
Obv
Obv
Obv
Die varieties in the obverse of the 1975 issue of Mumbai mint is reported.
Die - 1:- Larger Lion with larger Diamond dot mint mark
Die - 2:- Larger Lion with smaller Diamond dot mint mark
Die - 3:- Smaller Lion with larger Diamond dot mint mark
Die - 4:- smaller Lion with smaller Diamond dot mint mark
iii) Die varieties in the obverse of the 1979 issue of Kolkata mint is reported.
Obv Die - 1:- Lion same as the lion on 1978, 1 rupee coin and "INDIA" without serif.
Obv Die - 2:- Lion same as the lion on 1980, 1 rupee coin and "INDIA" with serif.
Obverse Die - 1
Obverse Die - 2
c) 1 rupee (Smaller size, Copper Nickel)
Specifications
Weight 6 gms
Diameter 26 mm
Edge Security from 1982 to 1989, Upright milled from 1990 to 1991
Minted at Kolkata(1983-91), Mumbai(1982-91), Hyderabad(1984, 86-91), Noida(1988-90), London(1985),
Heaton Press(1985)
Km Number # 79
Note: Recently I came to know that this 1 rupee Cupro - Nickel, 6 gms, smaller size coin was minted by Mumbai
mint in the year 1982. As this coin was minted in less numbers, most of the collectors are not aware that this
coin was also issued in 1982. This coin is one of the rarest coins of Republic India. I do not have this coin in my
collection. The photo of this coin is down loaded from net, so that the visitors to this blog can see the photo of
this coin. Many thanks to Siddharth N S for sending me this coin photo for posting in this blog.
d) 1 rupee ( Ferritic Stainless Steel)
Specifications
Metal composition Ferritic Stainless Steel (82 % Iron + 18% Chromium)
Weight 4.85 gms
Diameter 25 mm
Edge Upright milled from 1992 t0 1995, Plain edge from 1995
Minted at Kolkata(1993 - 2004), Mumbai(1992 - 2004),
Hyderabad(1992 - 2004),Noida(1993 - 2004),Mexico(1997),
Kremnca (SLOVAKIA REPUBLIC)(1998 2001)
Km Number # 92
Note:
Die varieties in the obverse of the 2002 and 2003 issue of Mumbai mint is reported.
i) The obverse on the right side coin is common and is found on obverse side of all the FSS coins
issued by Mumbai during 1992-2004. But the obverse on the left side coin is only found on
obverse side of some FSS coins issued by Mumbai during 2002 and 2003. The mane on both the
lions is different.
ii)
Please mark the Hindi word Jayate on both the coins. The Ja in Jayate in both the coins
are different.
e) 1 rupee (Theme - Unity in diversity) (Design - Cross)
These coins were minted in the years 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Specifications
Edge Plain
Rev -- A single cross dividing 4 dots with value ONE RUPEE in English and Ek Rupaye in Hindi along the left
upper periphery.
Obv The face of the coin is divided into three portions. The top portion contains words Bharat in Hindi and
INDIA in English, the bottom portion contains the year of issue in International numerals. The center portion
bears the Lion capital of Ashok Pillar with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, the
prominent International numeral 1 indicates the denomination.
Minted at Kolkata(2005), Mumbai(2004,2005), Noida(2005,2006),
Hyderabad(2005,2006)
Km Number # 322
f) 1 rupee (Theme Ntritya Mudra) (Design - One finger)
Specifications
Obv Bharat in Hindi, India in English at top, Lion capital between 2 horizontal lines with the legend
Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, Year of issue at the bottom
Rev This face of the coin contains visuals showing a ladys hand with a pointing for finger, one of the " Mudras
" of India's classical dance "Bharat Natyam", in centre right periphery and in centre left periphery denomination
value "1" in International numerals, below that the word Rupaya in Hindi and the word " RUPEES " in English.
Minted at Kolkata (2007 - 11), Mumbai (2008 - 10),
Hyderabad (2007 - 11), Noida (2007 - 11)
Km Number # 331
g) 1 rupee (Theme New Rupee Symbol)
Specifications
Weight 3.75 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 22 mm
Edge 25 serrations on diagonally opposite sides
Obv The face of the coin shows the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate" in Hindi,
inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the word "Bharat" in Hindi and on the right periphery with the
word INDIA" in English.
Km Number #394
Decimal 2 Rupees Regular issue

a) 2 rupees (Bigger size, Circular coin) (Theme National Integration)
Specifications
Years of issue 1990
Weight 8 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 28 mm
Edge Security
Obv This face of the coin shows the "Lion Capital" of Ashoka Pillar with the Legend "Satyameva Jayate" in
Hindi inscribed below, flanked on the left periphery with the words "Bharat" and Rupaye in Hindi and on the
right periphery flanked with the words "INDIA" and RUPEES in English. The denominational value "2" in
international numeral is inscribed below the word "Satyameva Jayate"
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the map of India in relief with the National flag over the map. The slogans
Rastriya Ekata in Hindi and NATIONAL INTEGRATION in English are inscribed on the coin. 1990 -- the
year of issue is shown at the bottom.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad
Km Number # 121.2
Note.
As this coin had close resemblance in shape and weight to the 1 rupee big coins issued during 1975-82, which
was also in circulation in 1990, these 2 rupee coins were wrongly given by people as 1 rupee coin during
transactions, thus incurring financial loss. Hence people were reluctant to accept this 2 rupee coin. Due to this
reason the minting of this coin was not made in 1991 and a new hen-decagonal shaped coin with the same
design was issued in 1992.
b) 2 rupees (Smaller size, Hen- decagonal shaped coin, Theme- National integration)
Specifications
Metal composition Copper Nickel alloy (75% Copper + 25%
Nickel)
Weight 6 gms
Shape Hen - decagonal (11 sided)
Diameter 26 mm
Edge unmilled plain
Obv Same as above.
Rev Same as above.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Noida(1994- 96, 1998- 2003), Seoul(KOREA)-(199798), Pretoria(South Africa)-(1998), Dominican Republic(1999), Moscow(2000)
Km Number # 121.3
c) 2 rupees (Design - Cross, Theme Unity in Diversity)

Specifications
Weight -- 5.62 grams
Metal composition - Ferritic Stainless Steel (83% Iron, 17% Chromium)
Diameter 27 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Plain
Rev -- A double cross dividing 4 dots with value TWO RUPEES in English and Do Rupaye in Hindi along the
left upper periphery.
INDIA in English, The bottom portion contains the year of issue in International numerals. The center portion
Minted at Kolkata(2005, 2007), Mumbai(2005 to 2007), Hyderabad(2005 to 2007), Noida(2005, 2006)
Km Number # 324
Note:
i) Die varieties in the obverse of the 2005 issue of Kolkata mint is reported.
Die 1 -- The perpendicular line in the "5" of the date '2005' is truncated and the lower portion of '5'
encloses a smaller circular area.
Die 2 -- The perpendicular line in the "5" of the date '2005' is pointed and the lower portion of '5'
encloses a bigger circular area.
ii) Die varieties in the obverse of the 2006 issue of Hyderabad mint is reported.
The lower circular part of Digit "6" is near to perfect circle in first coin whereas in second its odd shaped.
d) 2 rupees (Theme Nritya Mudra) (Design -Two fingers)
Specifications
Obv -- This face of the coin is divided into three portions with two horizontal lines. The centre portion bears the
"Lion Capitol" of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate " inscribed below. The top portion contains
word " Bharat " in Hindi and "INDIA" in English. The bottom portion contains the Year in International Numerals.
Rev This face of the coin contains visuals showing one of the " Mudras "of India's most famous classical
dance "Bharat Natyam", in centre right periphery and in centre left periphery denomination value "2" in
International numerals, below that the word "Rupaye " in Hindi and the word " RUPEES " in English.
Minted at Kolkata(2007- 2010), Mumbai(2007 to 2010), Hyderabad(2007 to 2011), Noida(2008- 2011)
Km Number # 327
e) 2 rupees (Theme New Rupee Symbol)
Specifications
Weight 4.85 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 25 mm
Edge 50 wider serrations on edge
with the word INDIA" in English.
Km Number #395
Decimal 5 Rupees Regular Issue

a) 5 rupees (Copper Nickel Issue, Theme- Ashoka Pillar)
Specifications
Metal composition Copper Nickel alloy (75% Copper + 25% Nickel) )
Weight 9 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Security
Obv The center bears the Lion capital of Ashoka, with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed
below, and INDIA in English and Bharat in Hindi appearing on either side.
Rev This face of the coin shows the denominational value "5" in international numeral in the centre, below that
the word "RUPEES" in English and the date in international numerals is shown. On the top the word "Rupaye"
in Hindi, flanked on the left and right periphery a bunch of Lotus with leaf design.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad(1992, 1994 - 2001,
2003 - 04),Noida(1995 - 2003), Moscow(1999 - 2000)
Km Number # 154
Note:
a) Die varieties in the obverse of the 1998 and 1999 issue of Mumbai mint is reported.
Obv Die - I
Obv Die - II
Obverse Die I The obverse is with a fat bigger lion.

Obverse Die II The obverse is with a thin smaller lion.
b)
Die varieties in the reverse of the 2001 issue of Kolkata mint is reported.
Rev Die - I
Rev Die - II
Reverse Die I The reverse date is with a short 1.

Reverse Die II The reverse date is with a tall 1.
b) 5 rupees (Theme-Unity in Diversity, Design-Cross, Ferritic Stainless Steel Issue)
This coin was minted only in the year 2007 by Kolkata mint. This is one of the scarce coins of India.
Specifications
Year of issue 2007
Weight -- 6 grams
Metal composition - FSS (83% Iron, 17% Chromium)
Diameter 23 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Security
Rev -- A single cross dividing 4 dots with value FIVE RUPEES in English and Panch Rupaye in Hindi along
the left upper periphery.
INDIA in English, The bottom portion contains the year of issue in International numerals. The center portion
Minted at Kolkata
Km Number NA
c) 5 rupees (Theme - IT and Connectivity, Design - Waves)
Specifications
Obverse-- The face of the coin is divided into three portions with two horizontal lines. The center portion bears
the "Lion Capitol" of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate" inscribed below. The top portion
contains word "Bharat" in Hindi and "INDIA" in English and bottom portion contains the Year of issue in
International Numerals.
Reverse-- The lower periphery of the face of this coin contains the two visual metaphors which depicts the
smooth fluid mass representing the ceaseless flow of data/information in the ether. In the center,
denominational Value "5" in International Numerals and in upper periphery the word Rupaye" in Hindi and the
word "RUPEES" in English are inscribed.
Km Number # 330
Note:
i)
Mule variety of the issue of 2008 of Kolkata mint
A mule coin with obverse of 50 Paise Nritya (clenched fist) coin and reverse of 5 rupees IT coin is reported.
d) 5 rupees ( Nickel Brass Issue, Design same as 5 rs Cupro Nickel coin)
Specifications
Metal composition Nickel Brass alloy ( 75% Copper + 20% Zinc +
5% Nickel )
Weight 6 gms
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Upright milled
Obv Same as the 5 rupees Cupro-Nickel coin of 1992 to 2004
Rev Same as the 5 rupees Cupro-Nickel coin of 1992 to 2004
Km Number # 373
Note:
a) Die varieties in the reverse of the 2009 issue of Kolkata mint is reported.
Reverse Die I The numeral 5 is bigger in size and the words Rupaye in Hindi is closer to the rim.
Reverse Die II The numeral 5 is smaller in size and the words Rupaye in Hindi is farther away from the rim.
b)
Die varieties in the reverse of the 2009 issue of Hyderabad mint is reported
Reverse Die I The numeral 9 in the date is with a pointing straight end.
Reverse Die II The numeral 9 in the date is with a curved end.
c)
Die varieties in the reverse of the 2010 issue of Mumbai mint is reported
Reverse Die I The numeral 5 is bigger in size and the words Rupaye in Hindi is closer to the rim. The
numeral '1' in the date is with serif.
Reverse Die II The numeral 5 is smaller in size and the words Rupaye in Hindi is farther away from
the rim. The numeral '1' in the date is without serif.
e) 5 rupees (Theme New Rupee Symbol)
Specifications
Km Number NA
Note:
i) Mule variety of the issue of 2011 and 2012 of Kolkata mint
A mule coin with obverse of 1 Rupee New ('R' symbol) coin and reverse of 5 rupees New ('R' symbol) coin is
reported.
Decimal 10 Rupees Regular Issue

a) 10 rupees (Theme- Unity and Diversity, Design - Cross)
Specifications
Weight -- 7.71 grams (Outer ring 4.45 gms and center piece 3.26 gms)
Metal composition - Bi-metallic
Outer ring Aluminium Bronze (Copper 92%, Aluminium 6%, Nickel 2%)
Central piece Cupro Nickel (Copper 75%, Nickel 25%)
Diameter 27 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Plain
Obv -- The face of the coin is divided into three portions. The top portion contains words Bharat in Hindi and
INDIA in English The bottom portion contains the year of issue in International numerals. The center portion
bears the Lion capitol of Ashok Pillar with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, the
Rev A double cross dividing 4 dots with value TEN RUPEES in English and Dus Rupaye in Hindi along the
left upper periphery.
Minted at Noida
Km Number # 353
b) 10 rupees (Theme - Connectivity and IT, Design - Radiating pattern)
Specifications
Obv -- This face of the coin is divided into three portions with two horizontal lines. The centre portion shows the
"Lion Capitol" of Ashoka Pillar with the legend "Satyameva Jayate" inscribed below. The top portion contains
word " Bharat " in Hindi and "INDIA" in English. The bottom portion contains the year in International Numerals.
Rev In the upper periphery, the outward radiating pattern depicts growth and connectivity. In the centre, there
shall be denominational value "10" in International Numerals and in Lower periphery the word "Rupaye" in Hindi
and the word "RUPEES" in English.
Minted at Noida, Mumbai(2010)
Km Number # 363
c) 10 rupees (Theme New Rupee Symbol, Design - Radiating pattern)
Specifications
with the word INDIA" in English. The bottom portion shows the year in International numerals.
Rev In the upper periphery, 10 numbers of outward radiating
patterns depict growth and connectivity. The Rupee symbol
is shown in the centre and the lower periphery shows
denominational value "10 in International numerals.
Km Number NA
6.) REGULAR CROSS COINS, ISSUED IN INDIA

During the period 2004 - 2007 the RBI introduced some coins on the theme UNITY IN DIVERSITY. The 1 rupee and the 5
rupees coins show a plus" symbol with four dots on each side. The 2 rupees and the 10 rupees coins show a double
plus" symbol with four dots on each side. As these plus signs resembled a Christian Cross, these coins are popularly called
as Cross coins.
The 1 rupee coin was minted in the years 2004, 2005, and 2006. The 2 rupees coin was minted in the years 2005, 2006
and 2007. The 5 rupees coin was minted in 2007. The 10 rupees coin was minted in the years 2005, 2006, and 2007.
When there was a massive public protest against the issue of these Christian Cross Coins, RBI stopped the mintage of this
design on coins from 2007.
The 1 rupee Cross coin:
Specifications
Metal composition - Ferrite Stainless Steel (82% Iron, 18% Chromium)
Diameter 25 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Plain
Rev -- A single cross dividing 4 dots with value ONE RUPEES in English and Ek Rupaye in Hindi along the left upper
periphery.
Obv The face of the coin is divided into three portions. The top portion contains words Bharat in Hindi and "INDIA" in
English. The bottom portion contains the year of issue in International numerals.The center portion bears the Lion
capitol of Ashok Pillar with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, the prominent International
numeral 1 indicates the denomination.
Minted at Kolkata(2005), Mumbai(2004,2005), Hyderabad(2005,2006), Noida(2005,2006)
KM Number - #322
i) Issue of 2004:
This is one of the rarest coins issued in the Indian Republic.
ii) Issue of 2005:

This is the most common coin of the 1 rupee cross series.
Minor Die-Variations in issue of 2005:

a) 1 Rupee of 2005 ( Kolkata Mint) :
We find 2 different dies on the Reverse side of this coin.
Die-I : The value written in English and Hindi are farther from the rim
Die-II : The value written in English and Hindi are closer to the rim
b) 1 Rupee of 2005 ( Hyderabad Mint) : (Different 5 in the year of issue)

We find 2 different dies on the Obverse side.
Die-I : The year of issue shows the numeral 5 with a longer horizontal line
Die-II : The year of issue shows the numeral 5 with a shorter horizontal line
iii) Issue of 2006:

This is one of the scarce coins issued in the Indian Republic.
The 2 rupees Cross coin:

Specifications
Diameter 27 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Plain
Rev -- A double cross dividing 4 dots with value TWO RUPEES in English and Do Rupaye in Hindi along the left upper
periphery.dividing 4 dots with value in English and Hindi
Obv The face of the coin is divided into three portions. The top portion contains words Bharat in Hindi, The bottom
portion contains the year of issue in International numerals.The center portion bears the Lion capitol of Ashok Pillar
with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, the prominent International numeral 10 indicates the
denomination.
Minted at Kolkata(2005,2007), Mumbai(2005 to 2007), Hyderabad(2005 to 2007), Noida(2005,2006)
KM Number - # 326
i) Issue of 2005:
Minor Die-Variations:
2 Rupees of 2005 ( Kolkata Mint) : (Different 5 in the year of issue)
Die-I : The perpendicular line in the 5 of the date 2005 is truncated and the lower portion of 5 encloses a smaller
circular area.
Die-II : The perpendicular line in the 5 of the date 2005 is pointed and the lower portion of 5 encloses a bigger
circular area.
ii) Issue of 2006:
Minor Die-Variations:
a) 2 Rupees of 2006 ( Mumbai Mint) : (Different 6 in the year of issue)
Die-I : The year of issue shows the numeral 6 with thick lettering
Die-II : The year of issue shows the numeral 6 with thin lettering
b) 2 Rupees of 2006 ( Hyderabad Mint) : (Different 6 in the year of issue)

We find 2 different dies on the Obverse side
Die-I : The year of issue shows the lower circular part of digit "6" to be a perfect circle.
Die-II : The year of issue shows the lower circular part of digit "6" to be odd shaped.
iii) Issue of 2007:

Major Die-Variations:
This coin is found with 2 Obverse Die varieties.
Obverse Die - I
Obverse Die - II
Obverse Die I (Value 2 Smaller and date in bigger numerals)

In this variety the value "2" measures 9mm in height and smaller in size. The date is displayed in bigger numerals. This
is found on all the 2 Rupees coins issued in 2005, 2006 and on issues of Mumbai and Hyderabad mint in 2007.
Obverse Die II (Value 2 Bigger and date in smaller numerals)
In this variety the value "2" measures 10mm in height and bigger in size. The date is displayed in smaller numerals. This
is found on all of the 2 Rupees coins issued by Kolkata mint in 2007.
This coin is found with 2 Reverse Die varieties.
Reverse Die - I
Reverse Die - II
Reverse Die I (Smaller Cross)

In this variety the "double plus" symbol measures 18mm in length. This is found on all the 2 Rupees coins issued in
2005, 2006 and on issues of Mumbai and Hyderabad mint in 2007.
Reverse Die II (Bigger Cross)
In this variety the "double plus" symbol measures 20mm in length. This is found on all of the 2 Rupees coins issued by
Kolkata mint in 2007.
Issue of Kolkata mint in 2007:
Issue of Kolkata mint in 2007 is obverse DieII and Reverse DieII.
Issue of Mumbai and Hyderabad mint in 2007:

Issue of Mumbai and Hyderabad mints in 2007 is obverse Die I and Reverse Die I.
Mule varieties in 2 Rupees Unity In Diversity In 2005 and 2007 coins of Kolkata Mint
What is a MULE coin:
When a coin is minted with the Obverse die of one coin and the reverse die of another coin, it is called a MULE coin.
We find mule varieties in the 2005 and 2007 issue of Kolkata mint. Probably it occurred due to wrong pairing of dies.
The Normal coin of 2005:
Obv: Die-I (Smaller 2)
Rev: Die-I (Smaller cross)
The Mule coin of 2005:
Obv: Die-I (Smaller 2)

Rev: Die II (Bigger cross)
The above coin minted by Kolkata mint has obverse of 2005 (Obv Die -I (Smaller 2)) paired with the reverse of 2007
(Rev Die II (Bigger Cross)).
The Normal coin of 2007:
Obv: Die-II (Bigger 2)
Rev: Die-II (Bigger cross)
The Mule coin of 2007:
Obv: Die-II (Bigger 2)
Rev: Die-I (Smaller cross)
The above coin minted by Kolkata mint has obverse of 2007 (Obv Die -II (Bigger 2)) paired with the reverse of 2005
(Rev Die I (Smaller Cross)).
This coin was minted only in the year 2007 by Kolkata mint. This is one of the scarce coins of India.
Specifications
Years of issue 2007
Weight -- 6 grams
Diameter 23 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Security
Rev -- A single cross dividing 4 dots with value FIVE RUPEES in English and Panch Rupaye in Hindi along the left upper
periphery.
Minted at Kolkata
KM Number - NA
Specifications
Weight -- 7.71 grams (Outer ring 4.45 gms and center piece 3.26 gms)
Metal composition - Bi-metallic
Outer ring Aluminium Bronze (Copper 90%, Aluminium 6%, Nickel 2%)
Central piece Cupro Nickel (Copper 75%,
Nickel 25%)
Diameter 27 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Plain
Rev -- A double cross dividing 4 dots with value TEN RUPEES in English and Das Rupaye in Hindi along the left upper
periphery.
Minted at Noida
KM Number - NA
i) Issue of 2005:
This coin is one of the scarce coins.
ii) Issue of 2006:

This is a common coin.
iii) Issue of 2007:

This coin is also one of the scarce coins.
>> 5, 10, 20, 25 PAISE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA |

5 PAISE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
After celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Independence in 1972, India started issuing Development Oriented
th
coins from 1973 onwards, every year on 16 August on various development themes aiming the all round
development of the country and her people.
1976 FOOD & WORK FOR ALL ISSUE :
This development oriented coin on the theme FOOD & WORK FOR ALL was issued in India for general
circulation on 16th August, 1976. Out of the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 10 Paise coin was
issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 50 rupees coins were issued as uncirculated / proof
specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1976
Weight 1.5 grams
Metal composition Aluminum Magnesium Alloy
(96.5% Al + 3.5% Mg)
Size 22 mm across corners and 19 mm across two opposite sides
Edge Plain
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '5'
on the center diagonally. In English "INDIA" and "PAISE" appear
on the right side and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Paise" appear on the
left side.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a Tractor at the center of the lower fore ground and a power transmission
tower with a Office building and a Factory on either side, in the upper back ground. The legend FOOD &
WORK FOR ALL and 1976 the year of issue, in English is inscribed on the right half of the periphery and
Sabke Liye Anaz Aur Kam, in Hindi around the left half of the periphery.
Km No - # 19
1977 SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT ISSUE :
This development oriented coin on the theme SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT was issued in India for general
circulation on 16th August, 1977. It highlights the importance of Savings in the development of the country. Out
of the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 10 Paise coin was issued for general circulation and the 10
rupees & the 50 rupees coins were issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1977
Rev The reverse of this coin features some development oriented designs in the center, symbolizing savings,
food, shelter, education, employment, health and family planning. Here a hand holding a coin for depositing into
a savings box (for savings), a hut (symbolizing shelter), a triangle (for family planning), an ear of corn (for food),
an open book (for education), a gear wheel with a factory inside ( for employment) and a medical cross below
the wheel ( for health). 1977 the year of issue, is shown below the hut of the central design. The legend
SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT in English is inscribed on the bottom half of the periphery and Bikash Ke Liye
Bachaiye, in Hindi around the top half of the periphery.
Km No - # 20
1978 -- FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL ISSUE :
This development oriented coin on the theme FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL was issued in India for general
circulation on 16th August, 1978. Out of the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 10 Paise coin was
issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 50 rupees coins were issued as uncirculated / proof
specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1978
Rev The reverse of this coin features some development oriented designs in the center, symbolizing food and
shelter. Here we find an ear of corn and a stylized rivulet (symbolizing food and water), a stylized cottage
(symbolizing shelter). The necessity of having small families to ensure adequate food supplies is emphasized
by a small family planning triangle, shown above the door of the cottage.1978 the year of issue, is shown
above the cottage of the central design. The legend FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL in English is inscribed on
the bottom half of the periphery and Sabke Ke Liye Anaj Aur Pakan, in Hindi around the top half of the
periphery.
Km No - # 21
All other specifications are the same as before
1979 -- INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD (HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE) ISSUE :
To focus an attention towards implementation of various National and International programs for the welfare of the
children of this world, UNO proclaimed the year 1979 as the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD.
The slogan adopted by India for the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD is HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE. To
commemorate this occasion India issued this coin for general circulation on 5th March, 1979. Out of the other 3 coins
issued on the same theme, the 10 Paise coin was issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 50 rupees coins
were issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1979
Rev The reverse of this coin features a Slate (emphasizing education) enclosed by a circle. On the top of the slate
appears a Sun (emphasizing health and strength) and just below it a Boy and a Girl. This design is surrounded with Olive
wreath and 1979 the year of issue, is inscribed just below. The legend HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE in English is
inscribed on the bottom half of the periphery and Bachche Ki Mushkan Rashtra Ki Saan, in Hindi around the top half
of the periphery.
Km No - # 22
After celebrating the 25th Anniversary of Independence in 1972, India started issuing Development Oriented coins from
1973 onwards, every year on 16th August on various development themes aiming at the all round development of the
country and her people.
1974 -- PLANNED FAMILIES : FOOD FOR ALL, ISSUE :

In 1973, India issued some development oriented coins on the theme Grow More Food. Since the campaign to assure
Food For All, can only be achieved by a planned growth in the population of the country, this coin on the theme
PLANNED FAMILIES: FOOD FOR ALL was issued in India for general circulation on 16th August, 1974. The other 2 coins
on the same theme, are the 10 rupees & the 50 rupees coins, issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1974
Weight 2.3 grams
Metal composition Aluminum Magnesium alloy (96.5% Al + 3.5% Mg)
Shape Scalloped, 12 numbers
Size 26 mm across two opposite scallops
Edge Plain
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '10' on the center . In English "INDIA" and "PAISE"
appear on the right side and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Paise" appear on the left side.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a family planning triangle, with a man, a woman and their two children, standing at
the center. Two ears of corn appear on either side with 1974 the year of issue near the apex of the triangle. The
legend PLANNED FAMILIES: FOOD FOR ALL in English is inscribed on the left half of the periphery and Niyojita Pariwar :
Sabke Liye Anaj, in Hindi around the right half of the periphery.
Km No - # 28
1975 INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S YEAR (EQUALITY, DEVELOPMENT, PEACE), ISSUE:
To focus an attention towards implementation of various National and International programs for the welfare of the
women of this world, UNO proclaimed the year 1975 as the INTERNATIONAL WOMENS YEAR.
The slogan adopted by India for the INTERNATIONAL WOMENS YEAR is EQUALITY, DEVELOPMENT, PEACE. To
commemorate this celebration, India issued this coin for general circulation on 16th August, 1975. The other 2 coins on
the same theme, are the 10 rupees & the 50 rupees coins, issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1975
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the central design inside a circle. The central design consists of a womans profile in
left foreground, a dam with water lines in the right background, and an ear of corn, in front of the water lines. The UN
official emblem for the International Womens Yearconsisting of a stylized dove (for peace), the mathematical sign =
(for equality) and the biological symbol (for a woman) is shown in the lower central foreground. 1975 the year of
issue, is split into 19 and 75 are displayed at the center-left and center-right of the periphery. The legend EQUALITY,
DEVELOPMENT, PEACE in English is inscribed on the upper half of the periphery and Samanata Bikash Shanti, in Hindi
around the lower half of the periphery.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai
Km No - # 29
1976 FOOD & WORK FOR ALL Issue :

Details are the same as that of the 5 paisa, FOOD & WORK FOR ALL issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1976
Rev The same as that of the 5 paisa FOOD & WORK FOR ALL coin.
Km No - # 30
1977 SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 5 paisa, SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1977
Rev The same as that of the 5 paisa SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT coin.
Km No - # 31
1978 -- FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 5 paisa, FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1978
Rev The same as that of the 5 paisa FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL coin.
Km No - # 32
1979 INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD ( HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE ) ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 5 paisa, HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1979
Rev The same as that of the 5 paisa HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE coin.
Km No - # 33
Note Mule specimens (Km No - # 33.2) from this issue of Mumbai mint exist. In the mule coins, the reverse
die of 1978, FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL, 10 paisa coin is wrongly paired with the obverse die of
1979, HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE, 10 Paise coin.
1980 -- RURAL WOMENS ADVANCEMENT ISSUE :
To highlight the need for improving the dilemma of women in rural areas, India issued this coin on the theme RURAL
WOMENS ADVANCEMENT on 1st January,1981. Out of the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 25 Paise coin
was issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 100 rupees coins were issued as uncirculated / proof
specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue Though the year of issue, 1980 is inscribed on this coin, it was officially issued on 1.1.81.
Obv The obverse of this coin shows a woman using an electric husking machine, a traditional granary in the fore ground
and electric pylons are shown in the back ground. This design is enclosed within a circle. 1980 the year of issue is
inscribed in the periphery, just below the husking machine. The legend RURAL WOMENS ADVANCEMENT in English is
inscribed around the outer side of the circle on the right and Gramina Mahilayon Ki Pragati in Hindi on the left.
Km No - # 35
1981 -- 1ST WORLD FOOD DAY ISSUE :

At the request of the Food & Agricultural Organization (F.A.O.), every year, the 16th October is observed as WORLD FOOD
DAY by the member nations throughout the world. The aim of observing this day is to highlight the nature and dimension
of shortage of food in the world and to fight against hunger, malnutrition and poverty. In commemoration of this 1st
World Food Day in 1981, India issued this commemorative coin on 16th October,1981. Out of the other 3 coins issued on
the same theme, the 25 Paise coin was issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 100 rupees coins were
issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1981
Obv The obverse of this coin shows Indian farmer couple the man carrying a sheaf of corn on his shoulder and the
woman carrying a basket of fruit on her waist. The inscription Biswa Khadya Diwas In Hindi and WORLD FOOD DAY in
English appear to the left of the couple. 1981 the year of issue is shown under the couple.
Km No - # 36
1982 -- ASIAN GAMES ISSUE :
The IX th Asian Games were held at New Delhi from 19th November, 1982 to 4th December, 1982. India issued this coin
on 19th November, 1982 to commemorate this event Out of the other 4 coins issued on the same occasion, the 25 Paise
and 2 rupees coins were issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees & the 100 rupees coins were issued as
uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the Asian Games Logo the ancient JANTAR-MANTAR observatory in Delhi with
the SUN above it with DELHI and 1982 the year of issue below it. The inscription IX ASIAN GAMES in English is shown
in the right periphery and Nawam Asiyayee Khel in Hindi is shown in the left periphery.
Km No - # 37
1982 -- 2ND WORLD FOOD DAY ISSUE :
At the request of the Food & Agricultural Organization (F.A.O.), India issued this coin in May, 1983, in commemoration of
the 2nd World Food Day, 1982. Another 20 paisa coin, on the same theme, was issued for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue Though this coin is dated, 16 OCT 1982, it was actually issued in May,1983.
Weight 1.75 grams
Shape Scalloped, 8 numbers
Size Smaller in size than all other 10 paisa commemorative coins. 23 mm across two opposite scallops
Obv The obverse of this coin shows two hands holding the earth with a sheaf of wheat against it. This central design is
inset against a stylized gear wheel. The letters F', A, O are shown on the upper half and the date 16, OCT are shown
on the lower half of this design. 1982 the year of issue is shown below the design. The inscription WORLD FOOD DAY
in English appear on the right side and Biswa Khadya Diwas in Hindi appear on the left side of the design.
Minted at Kolkata, Hyderabad
Km No - # 38
1969 MAHATMA GANDHI CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:
On the occasion of birth centenary of M.K. Gandhi ( Mahatma Gandhi), the father of the nation, India issued this 20 Paise
rd
commemorative coin on 3 October 1969. The other coins issued for general circulation in his memory, are in the
denomination of 50 paisa, 1 rupee and 10 rupees.
Specifications
Year of issue 1969
Weight 4.5 grams
Metal composition Aluminium Bronze alloy (92% copper+ 6% Aluminium + 2% Nickel)
Shape Circular
Diameter 22 mm
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion at the center and the value '20' just below it. In English "INDIA"
and "PAISE" appear on the right side periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Paise" appear on the left side.
Edge Milled
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Gandhiji and legend MAHATMA GANDHI in both English and Hindi and
1869 -1948 his years of birth and death.
Km No - # 42
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1970 -- FAO 25 ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE (Lotus & sun):

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On the occasion of the 25 Anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organizatiom of the United Nations in
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1970, India participated in the celebration by issuing this coin on 16 October, 1970. Another 10 rupees coin was issued
for general circulation, on the same occasion.
Specifications
Year of issue 1970
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a lotus in full bloom with water lines in the fore ground. It also shows a rising sun in
the back ground and two ears of corns on either side. 1970 the year of issue appears just below the lotus. The legend
FOOD FOR ALL in English and Sabke Liye Anna; in Hindi, is inscribed in the bottom periphery.
Km No - # 43.1
1982 -- 2ND WORLD FOOD DAY ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 10 paisa, 2nd World Food Day issue.
Specifications
Year of issue Though this coin is dated, 16 OCT 1982, it was actually issued in May,1983.
Weight 2.2 grams
Metal composition Aluminum Magnesium alloy (96.5% Al + 3.5% Mg)
Shape Hexagonal with rounded corners
Size 27 mm across two opposite corners and 20 mm across two opposite sides
Edge Plain
Obv -- Same as the 20 Paise coins described above.
Rev The same as that of the 10 paisa 2nd World Food ay commemorative coin.
Km No - # 45
1983: FISHERIES (3RD WORLD FOOD DAY) ISSUE:
Fishes are one of the main food items for the people, in many parts of the world and many people depend on fishing for
earning their livelihood. To highlight the role of Fisheries on the lives of people, India issued this coin
on 16th October,1983.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Obv -- Same as above, but 'Satyameva Jayate' in Hindi is shown in Hindi under the Ashokan Lion.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows two fishermen drawing a net with a catch of fishes in the fore ground and a basket
containing some more fishes shown in the back ground. The legend Matchya Udyoga in Hindi, 1983 the year of issue
and FISHERIES in English appears on the top of the central design. The initials FAO is shown ai the bottom.
Km No - # 46

1980 -- RURAL WOMENS ADVANCEMENT ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 10 paisa, RURAL WOMENS ADVANCEMENT commemorative issue.
Specifications
Year of issue Though the year of issue, 1980 is inscribed on this coin, it was officially issued on 1.1.81.
Weight 2.5 grams
Metal composition Cupro Nickel alloy ( 75% Copper + 25% Nickel )
Shape Circular
Diameter 19 mm
Edge Milled
Obv -- Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '25' on the center diagonally. In English
"INDIA" and "PAISE" appear on the right side and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Paise" appear on the left side.
Rev The same as that of the 10 paisa, RURAL WOMENS ADVANCEMENT commemorative coin.
Km No - # 50
1981 -- 1ST WORLD FOOD DAY ISSUE :
Details are the same as that of the 10 paisa, 1ST WORLD FOOD DAY commemorative issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1981
Rev The same as that of the 10 paisa, 1ST WORLD FOOD DAY commemorative coin.
Km No - # 51
1982 - IX ASIAN GAMES COMMEMORATIVE :
Details are the same as that of the 10 paisa, IXTH ASIAN GAMES commemorative issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Rev The same as that of the 10 paisa, IXTH ASIAN GAMES commemorative coin.
Km No - # 52
1985 - FORESTRY FOR DEVELOPMENT ISSUE:
To highlight the need for conservation of forest and wild life and to bring about a greater awareness among people on
the importance of forests to human life, a 25 Paise coin was issued in 1985.
Specifications
Year of issue 1985
Obv -- Same as above, but 'Satyameva Jayate' in Hindi shown under Ashokan Lion.
Rev The reverse of the coin shows a stylized tree in the background; with a deer, a bird in flight and a woman weaving
baskets from bamboo-strips in the fore ground - suggesting thereby the close relationship that exists among human
beings, wildlife and forests.
Km No - # 53
8.) 50 PAISE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA

1964 - JAWAHARLAL NEHRU COMMEMORATION: (Legend in English)
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime minister of India from 15th August,1947 to 27th May,1964. After his death
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on 27 May 1964, to pay homage to the departed leader, a 50 Paise coin was issued on 14th November 1964.The other
coin issued in this theme for general circulation was in the denomination of one rupee.
Specifications
Year of issue 1964
Weight 5 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 24 mm
Edge Milled
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '50' on the
center . In English "INDIA" and
"PAISE" appear on the right side periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Paise" appear on the left side.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Pandit Nehru and legend JAWAHARLAL NEHRU and 1889 -1964 his
year of birth and death, in English
Km No - # 56
1964 - JAWAHARLAL NEHRU COMMEMORATION: (Legend in Hindi)

As the name of the national leader was inscribed on the commemorative coins in English, but not in the national
language Hindi, it was strongly protested throughout the country and the minting of the coins with legend in English were
stopped and a new 50 Paise coin with the similar design but with the legend in Hindi was issued in Nov 1965.
Specifications
Year of issue 1965
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Pandit Nehru and legend JAWAHARLAL NEHRU in Hindi and 1889 1964 his year of birth and death, in English
Km No - # 57
Details are the same as that of the 20 paisa, Mahatma Gandhi Centenary Commemoration issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1969
Rev The same as that of the 20 paisa, Mahatma Gandhi Centenary Commemorative coin.
Km No - # 59
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1972 -- 25 ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATIVE:

On the occasion of 25th Anniversary of Independence, India issued this 50 Paise commemorative coin on 16th August
1972. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of Rs. 10, was also issued for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 1972
Metal composition Cupro Nickel alloy ( 75% Copper + 25% Nickel )
Edge Security
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a young man and a woman carrying the National flag in the fore ground with the
Parliament House in the back ground. The legend 25 Wi Swatantrya Jayanti in Hindi and 1947-- 1972 the 25 years
of Independence, in English is shown on the periphery.
Km No - # 60
1973 -- DEVELOPMENT ORIENTED ( GROW MORE FOOD ) ISSUE:
To make the country self sufficient in regards to food supplies a 50 Paise coin showing the slogan Grow More Food both
in English and Hindi was issued on16th August 1973. The other two coins in the denomination of 20 rupees and 10 rupees
were issued as proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1973
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the legend Adhik Anna Ugao in Hindi and GROW MORE FOOD in English on a
vertical tablet encircled by two ears of corn. 1983 the year of issue is inscribed under the tablet.
Km No - # 62
1982 -- NATIONAL INTEGRATION ISSUE:
To stress the need for communal harmony and to aware the people that the different states and its people are the
integral part of our country India, a 50 Paise coin with the theme National Integration was issued in Dec,1982. Out of
the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 2 rupees coin was issued for general circulation and the 100 rupees &
the 10 rupees coins were issued as proof / unc specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the map of India in relief with the National flag over the map. The slogans Rastriya
Ekata in Hindi and NATIONAL INTEGRATION in English are inscribed on the coin. 1982 -- the year of issue is shown at
the bottom.
Km No - # 64
1985 -- RBI GOLDEN JUBILEE COMMEMORATIVE :

The RBI ( Reserve Bank of India) was established in India on 1st April, 1935. To commemorate the golden Jubilee of RBI in
1985, a 50 Paise coin, with the, the crest of RBI and with the legend Reserve Bank of India, was issued in April,1985. The
other 3 coins in the same theme, were issued in the denomination of 100 rupees, 10 rupees and 2 rupees as proof
specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1985
Edge Milled
Obv -- Same as above, but 'Satyameva Jayate' in Hindi is shown just below the Ashokan Lion.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a tiger under a palm tree, the crest of RBI and 1935 - 85 under it. The legend
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA and GOLDEN JUBILEE in English is shown on the right half of the periphery with Bharatiya
Reserve Bank and Swarna Jayanti in Hindi is shown along the left half of the periphery
Km No - # 66
1985 -- INDIRA GANDHI COMMEMORATIVE :
Indira Priyadarsani Gandhi was the Prime minister of India from 1966 - 77 and1980 - 84. She was assassinated on 31st
October, 1984.To pay homage to this dynamic leader, India issued this coin on 19th November, 1985. Out of the other 3
coins issued in her commemoration, the 5 rupees coin was issued for general circulation and the 100 rupees &; the 20
rupees coins were issued as proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1985
Edge Milled
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Indira Gandhi and legend INDIRA GANDHI in both Hindi and English
with 1917 -1984 her year of birth and death.
Km No - # 67.1
Note Mule specimens (Km No - # 67.2) from this issue of Kolkata mint exist. In the mule coins, the reverse die of
1986, FISHERIES, 50 paisa coin is wrongly paired with the obverse die of, 1985, INDIRA GANDHI 50 Paise coin.
1986 -- FISHERIES DEVELOPMENT (6TH WORLD FOOD DAY) ISSUE:

To highlight the need to increase catches of fish to supplement the diets of millions of people in the country, a 50 Paise
coin was issued on 16th October, 1986 the 6th World Food Day. The other 2 coins on the same theme, were issued in
the denomination of 100 rupees and 20 rupees as proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1986
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a fisherman on a boat catching fishes with his net, while his companion rowing the
boat with an ore in his hand. The legend Matchhya Udyoga in Hindi, 1986 the year of issue and FISHERIES in
English appear at the top half of the periphery. The initials F.A.O. is shown at the bottom.
Km No - # 68.1
Note Mule specimens (Km No - # 68.2) from this issue of Kolkata mint exist. In the mule coins, the reverse die of
1985, INDIRA GANDHI, 50 paisa coin is wrongly paired with the obverse die of 1986, FISHERIES, 50 Paise coin.
1997 -- INDEPENDENCE GOLDEN JUBILEE COMMEMORATIVE :
On the occasion of 50th Anniversary of Independence in 1997, a 50 Paise commemorative coin was issued for general
circulation. The other coin on the same theme, was issued in the denomination of 50 rupees, as proof specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 1997
Weight 3.79 grams
Metal composition Ferritic Stainless Steel alloy ( Iron 83% + Chromium 17% )
Diameter 22mm
Edge Plain
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the Dandi March sculpture (Gandhiji marching with his followers), located outside
Presidents House, New Delhi, with the legend Swatantrata ki 50 Wan Barsh in Hindi and 50TH YEAR
OF INDEPENDENCE in English in the lower periphery. 1947-1997 is inscribed just below the central design.
Km No - # 70
9.) 1 RUPEE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA

1 RUPEE COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
1964 - JAWAHARLAL NEHRU COMMEMORATION:
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was a great freedom fighter in Indias struggle for freedom and he was the first Prime minister of
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India from 1947 to 1964. After his sad death on 27 May 1964, to pay homage to the departed leader, a 1 rupee coin was
issued on 14th November 1964, in his memory. The other 2 coins issued for general circulation in his memory, are in the
denomination of 50 paisa. This was also the first commemorative coin issued by India.
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Specifications
Year of issue 1964
Weight -- 10 grams
Metal composition - Nickel
Diameter 28 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Security
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '1' in International numerals on the center . In
English "INDIA" and "RUPEE" appear on the right periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Rupaya" appear on the left .
Rev -- The effigy of Pandit Nehru and legend JAWAHARLAL NEHRU and 1889 -1964 in English
Km No - # 76
On the occasion of birth centenary of M.K. Gandhi ( Mahatma Gandhi), the father of the nation, India issued this 1 rupee
commemorative coin on 3rd October 1969. The other coins issued for general circulation in his memory, are in the
denomination of 20 paisa, 50 paisa and 10 rupees.
Specifications
Year of issue 1969
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion on the center . In English "INDIA" and "ONE RUPEE" appear on
the right periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Ek Rupaya" appear on the left .
Rev -- Effigy of Gandhiji and legend MAHATMA GANDHI in both English and Hindi and 1869 - 1948.
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1985 INTERNATIONAL YOUTH YEAR ISSUE

To focus an attention to the needs of the young people and the vital role they can play in the creation of a peaceful
world, UNO proclaimed the year 1985 as the INTERNATIONAL YOUTH YEAR. The symbol adopted by UN for this purpose
is A stylized facial profile of 3 youths against a dove in flight, with an olive branch alongside. India issued a 1 rupee
commemorative coin on this theme. The other coins issued in this theme, in the denomination of 10 rupees and 100
rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1985
Weight -- 6 grams
Metal composition Cupro Nickel
Diameter 26 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge Security
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '1' in International numerals on the center . In
English "INDIA" and "RUPEE" appear on the right periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Rupaya" appear on the left .
"Satyameva Jayate' in Hindi is shown just below the Ashokan Lion.
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the UN symbol and the legend INTERNATIONAL YOUTH YEAR in English,
Antarshtriya yuva barsh in Hindi and 1985 the year of issue.
Km No - # 80
1987 SMALL FARMERS ( 7th WORLD FOOD DAY ) ISSUE
In commemoration of the 7th World Food Day in 1987, India issued this 1 rupee commemorative coin on 16th
October,1987 with the theme SMALL FARMERS.
Specifications
Year of issue 1987
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a farmer couple engaged in transplanting in a field, the legend SMALL FARMERS in
English, Chhote Kishan in Hindi, the F.A.O. crest and 1987 the year of issue.
Km No - # 81
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1988 RAINFED FARMING ( 8 WORLD FOOD DAY ) ISSUE

October,1988 with the theme RAINFED FARMING .
Specifications
Year of issue 1988
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a farmers wife with some sun flower stalks in her hands, a raining cloud and a pair of
bullocks drawing a plough. The legend RAINFED FARMING, FAO in English, Barsha Sinchit Kheti in Hindi and 1988
the year of issue.
Km No - # 82
1989 FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT ( 9th WORLD FOOD DAY ) ISSUE
October,1989 with the theme FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT.
Specifications
Year of issue 1989
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows three wheat stalks, with the sun and cloud in the background, the legend FOOD
AND ENVIRONMENT , WORLD FOOD DAY in English, Khadya Ebam Paryabaran, Biswa Khadya Divas in Hindi, the
F.A.O. crest and 1989 the year of issue.
Minted at Mumbai, Hyderabad, Noida
Km No - # 84
1989 JAWAHARLAL NEHRU CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime minister of India from 1947 to 1964. To pay homage to the dynamic leader
on the centenary of his birth, a 1 rupee coin was issued on 14th November 1988, to mark the beginning of the centenary
year. Another coin issued for general circulation, was in the denomination of 5 rupees. The other coins issued in the
denomination of 20 rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1989
Rev -- Shows the effigy of Pandit Nehru with a Gandhi Cap on his head and the legend JAWAHARLAL NEHRU,
CENTENARY and 1989, the centenary year in English and Jawaharlal Nehru, Janmashati in Hindi on the obverse,
Km No - # 83
1990 CARE FOR THE GIRL CHILD ( SAARC YEAR ) ISSUE
At the 2nd summit of the SAARC ( South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation ), the year 1990 was declared as the
Year of the Girl Child. Along with other 6 SAARC countries ( Bangla Desh, Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri
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Lanka) India brought out a 1 rupee commemorative coin on 5 September 1990 to impress upon her people to take same
care in bringing up their daughters as they do for their sons.
Specifications
Year of issue 1990
Edge Security or Milled
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a small girl under the sun a symbol of impartiality. The inscription SAARC YEAR
and 1990 the year of issue, appear below the girl, and the SAARC logo at her side. The legend CARE FOR THE GIRL
CHILD in English and Khushal Balika Bhabisya Deshka in Hindi, inscribed along periphery.
Minted at Mumbai, Hyderabad
Km No - Security- # 87.1, Milled- 87.2
1990 FOOD FOR THE FUTURE ( 10th WORLD FOOD DAY ) ISSUE
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In commemoration of the 10 World Food Day, a 1 rupee coin with the theme FOOD FOR THE FUTURE was issued on
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16 October, 1990 the world food day. It highlights the importance of production of more food grains for feeding the
growing population of the country.
Specifications
Year of issue 1990
Edge milled
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a farmer couple the farmer carrying a plough on his shoulders. In the back ground
two stalks of wheat, a cart wheel, an agricultural pump and a fisherman throwing his net are shown. The legend FOOD
FOR THE FUTURE in English, Bhabishya Ke Liye Bhojan in Hindi and the F.A.O. crest between the text, is inscribed round
the top half of the periphery. The text WORLD FOOD DAY 16 OCTOBER 1990 in English appear round the bottom half of
the periphery and in Hindi below the central design.
Km No - # 88
1990 15 YEARS OF I.C.D.S.

The Integrated Child Development Services ( I.C.D.S. ) was inaugurated in 1975. I the is the largest and most important
Government scheme, which ams at the overall development of children in the economically weaker section of the
society. This scheme includes supply of supplementary food to children, provision of immunization facility to expectant
mothers and children against various infectious diseases and regular health check up.
To highlight the commendable work being done by I.C.D.S., a 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued on 17 th January,
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1991 on the 15 anniversary of the organization.
Specifications
Year of issue 1990
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a child in its mothers lap, set within radiating sun symbolizing general well being.
The legend 15 YEARS OF I.C.D.S. in English appears around the right half and
Samekita Bal Bikash Seva Yojana in Hindi around the left half of the periphery. The text Basudhaiba Kutumbakam in
Sanskrit ( meaning People of the World are our kins ) is set on the top of the central design, with the date 1975
1990 noted below.
Km No - # 86
1990 Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR CENTENARY COMMEMORATION
Dr. B.R.Ambedkar ( Bhim Rao Ramji Ambedkar ) also known as Babasaheb Ambedkar was the architect of India's
constitution. He was born on 14th April, 1891 in an untouchable family and he led an extensive fight against the practice
and prejudices of untouchability. He is also credited with having sparked the Dalit Buddhist movement. He breathed his
last on 6th December, 1956. Ambedkar has been honoured with the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award.
Specifications
Year of issue 1990
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows his effigy. The legend DR. B. R. AMBEDKAR CENTENARY in English is inscribed along
right half of the periphery and in Hindi along the left half of the periphery. 1990 the year of the beginning of centenary
celebration appear below his effigy.
Km No - # 85
1991 COMMON WEALTH PARLIAMENTARY CONFERENCE COMMEMORATION

The Commonwealth Parliamentary Association was founded in 1911. It is an association of parliaments and provincial
legislature of Commonwealth countries and it aims at promoting understanding and co-operation among the
Commonwealth parliamentarians. Its meeting is held in alternate years at the capital of one of the member countries.
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The 37 Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference was held in New Delhi from 23 to 28 September, 1991. To
commemorate this event, India issued a 1 rupee commemorative coin on 21st September, 1991. The other coins issued in
this theme, in the denomination of 5 rupees and 10 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1991
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the Parliament House in New Delhi with the inscription COMMONWEALTH
PARLIAMENTARY CONFERENCE in English and Rajyamandal Sansadiya Sammelan in Hindi around the periphery. 1991
the year of issue appear above the Parliament House.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - # 90
1991 TOURISM YEAR ISSUE
With an aim of boosting tourism in India, the year 1991 was designated as TOURISM YEAR a year to be devoted for
the development of tourism in the country. To commemorate this, a 1 rupee coin was issued on 25.12.1991 for general
circulation. The other coins issued in this theme, in the denomination of 2 rupees and 5 rupees, were only issued as proof
and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1991
Rev Shows a stylized peacock ( the national bird of India ) with the legend TOURISM YEAR and 1991-- the year of
issue in English and Paryatan varsha in Hindi.
Km No - # 91
1992 RAJIV GANDHI COMMEMORATION

Rajiv Gandhi (20 August 1944 21 May 1991), was the elder son of Indira Gandhi. After the assassination of his mother,
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Mrs. Indira Gandhi, the prime minister of India on 31 October, 1984, Rajiv was nominated as the 9th Prime Minister of
India. He own the elections held in Dec84 with overwhelming majority and became the youngest Prime Minister of India
when he took office (at the age of 40).
In 1986He founded the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya System, created MTNL and his public call offices, better known
as PCOs, helped spread telephones in rural areas.
He was assassinated by a bomb blast done by the L.T.T.E. extremists at a meeting at Sriperambudur (Tamilnadu) on 21st
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may 1991. India paid her homage to this departed leader by issuing this 1 rupee commemorative coin on 21 May 1992
the first anniversary of his death. He was posthumously awarded the Highest National Award of India, Bharat Ratna.
Specifications
Year of issue 1991
Rev Shows the effigy of Rajiv Gandhi with the legend RAJIV GANDHI in both English and Hindi and 1944 1991 his
years of birth and death.
Minted at Mumbai, Hyderabad , Noida
Km No - # 89
1992 FOOD & NUTRITION ( 12th WORLD FOOD DAY ) ISSUE
In commemoration of the 12th World Food Day in 1992, India issued a 1 rupee commemorative coin on 16th October,1992
with the theme FOOD AND NUTRITION. It highlights the importance of nourishing food for the health and well being of
people.
Specifications
Year of issue 1992
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a sheaf of paddy, a fish, a glass of milk, some fruits and vegetables. It also shows the
FAO emblem, 1992 the year of issue, the legend FOOD AND NUTRITION, WORLD FOOD DAY in English and
Khadya Ebam Poshakata, Viswa Khadya Diwas in Hindi.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 94
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1993 89 INTER PARLIAMENTARY UNION CONFERENCE COMMEMORATION

With the aim of fostering contacts, co-ordination and exchange of experience among Parliaments and Parliamentarians of
all countries the IPU was established in the year 1889.
The 89th conference of IPU, held at New Delhi from 12th to 17th April 1993. To commemorate this event, a 1 rupee coin
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Specifications
Year of issue 1993
Rev -- The reverse of this coin features the Parliament House in New Delhi, with the logo of the IPU below it. It also shows
1993 -- the year of issue, the legend 89TH INTER PARLIAMENTARY UNION CONFERENCE in English and 89 Wan Antar
Sansadiya Sangha Sammelan in Hindi.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - # 95
1993 QUIT INDIA MOVEMENT : GOLDEN JUBILEE COMMEMORATION
In 1942, All India Congress Committee adopted Quit India resolution, which demanded the withdrawal of British Power
from India. A mass movement was started with the leadership of Gandhiji.
The 50th Anniversary of Quit India Movement was observed all over the country throughout the year 1992. A 1 rupee
commemorative coin was issued for general circulation on 12th July 1993 to mark the completion of the Anniversary Year.
The other coins issued in this theme, in the denomination of 10 rupees, 50 rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as
proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1993
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the Martyrs Memorial, captioned Seven Freedom Fighters installed outside the
Bihar State Secretariat Building at Patna. The inscription QUIT INDIA MOVEMENT : GOLDEN JUBILEE in both English and
Hindi with the 50 years span 1942-1992 shown below the memorial.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai , Hyderabad
Km No - # 93
1994 INTERNATIONALYEAR OF THE FAMILY ISSUE

As per the decision taken in the U.N. General Assembly, the year 1994 was declared as the INTERNATIONA YEAR OF THE
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FAMILY. A 1 rupee coin was issued on 27 December 1994 to highlight the increased awareness of family issues in a
society. This coin is the first 1 rupee commemorative coin issued in FSS.
Specifications
Year of issue 1994
Weight 4.85 grams
Metal composition - FSS
Diameter 25 mm
Shape - Circular
Edge milled
Rev - The reverse of this coin shows a stylized central design of a close knit family, consisting of a child with his parents
and grand parents. It also shows 1994 -- the year of issue, the legend INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE FAMILY in
English and Antarashtriya Pariwar Barsha in Hindi.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - # 96
1995 8TH WORLD TAMIL CONFERENCE ( SAINT THIRUVALLUVAR ) COMMEMORATION
The International Association of Tamil Research (IATR) was founded in 1964. The IATR has been organizing conferences
and seminars of Tamil studies at an interval of 4 years in countries like India,Sri Lanka, France, Maldives, Mauritius and
Malaysia which has a sizable Tamil speaking population.
To commemorate the 8th international conference seminar on Tamil studies, held at Thanjuvar (Tamil Nadu) from 1st to
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5 January 1995, India issued a 1 rupee commemorative coin in FSS. The other coin issued for general circulation, were in
the denomination of 2 rupees and 5 rupees and were in Cupro nickel.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Rev --. The reverse of this coin shows the saint poet THIRUVALLUVAR seated on a low stool in a writing position with the
inscription 1995 -- the year of issue, 8TH WORLD TAMIL CONFERENCE in English, SAINT THIRUVALLUVAR in both
English and Hindi, 8 Wi Viswa Tamil Sammelan in Hindi.
Edge milled or plain
Minted at Mumbai , Hyderabad , Noida
Km No - # 97.1
1997 CELLULAR JAIL COMMEMORATION

After the first war of independence of 1857 was crushed, many rebels were deported for life to the Andaman Islands by the
British. These remote islands were considered to be a suitable place to punish the rebels. As the number of prisoners being
sent to the Andaman started growing and the need for a high-security prison was felt, a jail was constructed between 1896
and 1906,
The jail building had seven wings with a central tower. Each of the seven wings had three stories upon completion. There
were a total of 698 cells. Each cell was 4.5 meters x 2.7 meters in size with a ventilator located at a height of three meters.
The name, "cellular jail" is derived from the solitary cells which prevented any prisoner from communicating with any
other.
Two out of the seven wings of the Jail were demolished during the Japanese occupation of the Andaman islands in 1942.
Another two wings of the jail were demolished after India achieved its independence. This led to protests from several
former prisoners and political leaders. As a result, the remaining three wings and the central tower were converted into a
National Memorial in 1969.
The Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital was set up in the premises of the Cellular Jail in 1963. It is now a 500-bed
hospital with about 40 doctors serving the local population. On the occasion of India's 50th anniversary of
independence in 1997, a 1 rupee commemorative coin on the theme CELLULAR JAIL was issued.
Specifications
Year of issue 1997
Edge Plain
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows a view of Cellulr Jail, 1997 -- the year of issue, and the legend CELLULAR JAIL &
PORT BLAIR both in English and Hindi.
Km No - # 98
1999 SAINT DNYANESHWAR COMMEMORATION
Dnyaneshwar (12741296) was a 13th century Maharashtran saint , poet, philosopher and yogi of the Nath
tradition whose works Bhavartha deepika teeka and Amrutanubhav are considered to be milestones in
Marathi literature. A 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued for general circulation. The other coins issued in
this theme, in the denomination of 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1999
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows 1999 -- the year of issue, and the legend SAINT DNYANESHWAR 1274 1296 in
both English and Hindi.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai , Noida
Km No - # 295
2002 LOK NAYAK JAYAPRAKASH NARAYAN CENTENARY COMMEMORATION

Jay Prakash Narayan, popularly known as JP, is well known for leading the opposition against Indira Gandhi. He had called
for a Sampurna Kranti ( a total revolution ) in Bihar. It was under his guidance that the Janata party came into power for
the first time after the emergency had been revoked. He passed away in October 1979. In his honour a 1 rupee
commemorative coin was issued for general circulation. The other coins issued in this theme, in the denomination of 10
rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2002
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Jaya Prakash Narayan. It also shows 2002 -- the year of issue, the
legend LOK NAYAK JAYAPRAKASH NARAYAN CENTENARY in both English and Hindi and Janmasati in Hindi.
Km No - # 313
Note: Some collectors show this coin having no mint mark, assumed to be issue of Kolkata mint. Some other dealers and
collectors claim that this coin was never issued from Kolkata mint. Hence the issue of this coin from Kolkata is doubtful.
2003 MAHARANA PRATAP COMMEMORATION
Maharana Pratap (May 9, 1540 January 29, 1597) was a Hindu ruler of Mewar, a state in northwestern India. In 1568, during the reign of Udai Singh II, Chittor was conquered by the Mughal emperor Akbar.
Maharana Pratap never accepted Akbar as ruler of India, and fought against Akbar all his life to free Chittor fort,
his ancestral home, from Mughal occupation. On June 21, 1576 he fought with the army of Akbar at Haldighati,
Seeing that the battle was lost, Pratap fled, and escaped to the hills. His one attempt at open confrontation
having thus failed, Pratap resumed the tactics of guerilla warfare. He died on January 29, 1597. Maharana
Pratap has always been held in great esteem in India and was projected as a model of patriotism and freedom
struggle against the Mughal rule in India.
A 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued to commemorate him. The other coins issued in this theme, in the
Specifications
Year of issue 2003
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Maharana Pratap with the legend MAHARANA PRATAP in both
English and Hindi. It also shows 2003the year of issue and 1540 1597 his years of birth and death.
Minted at -- Mumbai , Hyderabad
Km No - # 314
2003 VEER DURGA DASS COMMEMORATION

Durgadas was a Rajput. He was appointed in the army of Maharaja Jaswant Singh, the ruler of Marwar. The moghuls
occupied Marwar after the death of Jaswant Singh. Durgadas fought with the Moghuls and was successful in winning over
the Moghul forces & proclaiming Jaswant Singhs son Ajit Singh as Maharaja of Jodhpur. Durgadas passed away on 22nd
November 1718, at the age of 81 years.
A 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued for general circulation in his commemoration. The other coins issued in this
theme, in the denomination of 10 rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2003
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Veer Durga Dass with a spear in his right hand, a sword in his left hand
and with the legend VEER DURGA DASS in both English and Hindi. It also shows 2003 the year of issue and 1638
1718 his years of birth and death.
Minted at Mumbai , Hyderabad
Km No - # 316
2004 150 YRS INDIAN POST COMMEMORATION
The first Postage Stamp of India, for use in the entire country, was issued in 1854. To commemorate the 150th anniversary
of this event a 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued on 4th October,2004. The other coin issued in this theme, in the
denomination of 100 rupees, was only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2004
Rev -- The reverse of this coin shows postage stamp with the logo of India Post, the legend INDIA POST, 150 and
YEARS in English. It also shows 2004 -- the year of issue, and Bharatiya Dak , and Varsh in Hindi.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 321
2010 -- RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PLATINUM JUBILEE COMMEMORATION ISSUE:

The RBI ( Reserve Bank of India) was established in India on 1st April, 1935. It regulates the issue of bank notes, keeps
reserves with a view to securing monetary stability in India and operates the currency and credit system in the best
interests of the country. The Central Office of the Reserve Bank was initially established in Kolkata, but was permanently
moved to Mumbai in 1937.
To commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of establishment of RBI in 2010, India issued this 1 rupee coin on 1 st April, 2010,
for general circulation. Out of the other 4 coins issued on the same occasion, the 2 rupee, 5 rupees and the 10 rupees
coins were issued for general circulation and the coin, in the denomination of 75 rupees, was issued as proof /
uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the image of the emblem of Reserve Bank of India, namely Palm Tree and Tiger with
inscription "Bharatiya Reserve Bank" in Hindi, on the left periphery and "RESERVE BANK OF INDIA" in English on the right
periphery. The words "PLATINUM JUBILEE" in both Hindi and English along with year "1935-2010" is also inscribed below
the emblem.
Minted at Hyderabad
Km No - # NA
10.) RUPEES CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA

2 Rs CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
1982 - IX ASIAN GAMES (DELHI) COMMEMORATIVE :
The IX th Asian Games were held at New Delhi from 19th November, 1982 to4th December, 1982. India issued this 2
rupees coin on 19th November, 1982to commemorate this event. Out of the other 4 coins issued on the same occasion,
the 10 Paise and 25 Paise coins were issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees and the 100 rupees coins were
issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Weight 8 grams
Metal composition Cupro Nickel alloy
( 75% Copper + 25% Nickel )
Shape Circular
Diameter 28 mm
Edge Security
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion, 'Satyameva Jayate' in Hindi and the value '2' in International
numerals under it . In English "INDIA" and "RUPEES" appear on the right periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Rupaye"
appear on the left .
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the Asian Games Logo the ancientJANTAR-MANTAR observatory in Delhi with the
SUN above it with DELHI and 1982 the year of issue below it. The inscription IX ASIAN GAMES in English is shown in
the right periphery and Nawam Asiyayee Khel in Hindi is shown in the left periphery.
Km No - # 120
1982 - NATIONAL INTEGRATION ISSUE:
To stress the need for communal harmony and to aware the people that the different states and its people are the
integral part of our country India, a 2 rupees coin with the theme National Integration was issued in Dec,1982. Out of
the other 3 coins issued on the same theme, the 50 Paise coin was issued for general circulation and the 10 rupees and
the 100 rupees coins were issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1982
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the map of India in relief with theNational flag over the map. The slogans Rastriya
Ekata in Hindi and NATIONAL INTEGRATION in English are inscribed on the coin. 1982 -- the year of issue is shown at
the bottom.
Km No - # 121.2
1992 LAND-VITAL RESOURCE ISSUE:

As a part of awareness campaign for conservation and promotion of scientific management of land resources, the
National Resources Conservation Week was observed from 15th November to 21st of November,1992. This 2 rupees coin
was issued on 18-11-1992 to commemorate this occasion.
Specifications
Year of issue 1992
Weight 6 grams
(75% Copper + 25% Nickel)
Shape Hendecagonal (11 sides)
Diameter 26 mm
Edge Plain
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a tree above and structures made of earth below (both prevent soil
erosion). 1992 the year of issue appears below water. The legend Bhumi Mukhya Sansadhan in Hindi and
LAND-VITAL RESOURCE in English appears at the top half of the periphery. The inscription Rashtriya Bhumi
Samrakhyana Saptaha 14-20 November 1992 in Hindi and NATIONAL LAND CONSERVATION WEEK 14-20
Nov1992 in English appear on the bottom half of the periphery in two lines.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 323
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NOTE:
This coin was never issued for general circulation. It was only presented to the dignitaries who
attended this function. I personally dont have this coin in my collection. This coin is one of the rarest
coins issued by the Republic of India. The mintage of this coin is assumed to be less than 500. The
picture of this coin is downloaded from the Internet. Thanks to the Author.
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1993 - FAMILY PLANNING (WORLD POPULATION DAY) ISSUE:

To highlight the need to control the growth of countrys population in order to ensure food supply for all, this 2 rupees
coin was issued for general circulation on World Population day - the 11th July, 1993.
Specifications
Year of issue 1993
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a couple with their two children, the boy holding some balloons in his hand. Around
the periphery, the slogan SMALL FAMILY HAPPY FAMILY in English appear at the bottom half and Chhota Pariwar
Khushiyan Apar in Hindi appear along the top half. 1993 the year of issue, is shown below the couple.
Km No - # 124
1993 - BIO DIVERSITY (WORLD FOOD DAY) ISSUE:
Man is a part of nature. He thrives on natures gifts. So he should learn to live in harmony with the natural things like
plants, the birds, the mammals and also the environment, composed of land air, water and other natural resources. The
activities of man, which causes pollution of air, water, land and environment, need to be controlled.
To generate greater awareness, about ecological and environmental problems, among people, this 2 rupees coin was
issued for general circulation on 16th October, 1993 the World Food Day.
Specifications
Year of issue 1993
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the central design consisting of a patch of cloud, The F.A.O. emblem, a bird,
a mountain, the sun, a tree, a tortoise, a fish swimming in water and a cluster of moss in short, a replica of the
diversities of life. 1993 the year of issue is shown below the central design. The legend Jaivik Vividhata Biswa Khadya
Divas in Hindi appear on the left half and BIO DIVERSITY WORLD FOOD DAY in English appear on the right half of the
periphery.
Km No - # 125
1994 - WATER FOR LIFE (WORLD FOOD DAY) ISSUE:

Along with land and air, water is earths basic assets. It is directly or indirectly required for all living creatures and plants
for sustaining their lives. No life on this earth can thrive without water. So man must learn to make rational use of this
resource.
To highlight the necessity to give much higher priority for ensuring safe drinking water and sustainable water supply, this
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2 rupees commemorative coin was issued for general circulation on 16 October,1994 the World Food Day.
Specifications
Year of issue 1994
Rev The reverse of this coin shows, a stream and a big water drop falling on it, at the center. The F.A.O. crest appears
above the water drop and 1994 -- the year of issue is shown below the stream. The legend Jal Jivan Ka Adhar Biswa
Khadya Divas in Hindi appear in two lines on the top left quadrant and WATER FOR LIFE WORLD FOOD DAY in English
appear in two lines on the top right quadrant of the periphery.
Km No - # 126
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1995 8 WORLD TAMIL CONFERENCE ( SAINT THIRUVALLUVAR ) COMMEMORATION

The International Association of Tamil Research (IATR) was founded in 1964. The IATR has been organizing conferences
and seminars of Tamil studies at an interval of 4 years in countries like India,Sri
Lanka, France,Maldives, Mauritius and Malaysia which has a sizable Tamil speaking population.
To commemorate the 8th international conference seminar on Tamil studies, held at Thanjuvar (Tamil Nadu) from
1st to 5th January 1995, Indiaissued this 2 rupee commemorative coin. The other coins issued for general circulation, were
in the denomination of 1 rupee in FSS and 5 rupees in Cupro nickel.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the saint poet THIRUVALLUVARseated on a low stool in a writing position with the
English and Hindi, 8 Wi ViswaTamil Sammelan in Hindi.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - # 128
1995 - AGRI EXPO 95 ISSUE:

With an aim of promoting the export of agricultural produce of the country, the third National Level Agricultural
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Exhibition, named Agri Expo - 95, was held at New Delhi from 3 to 13 March, 1995. In commemoration of this
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exhibition this 2 rupees coin was issued on 3 March, 1995 for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a cattle head with a plough and a hoeon either side of it, all enclosed by two olive
twigs. The caption AGRIEXPO95 in Hindi appear on the top of the central design and in English at the bottom and 1995- the year of issue below it. The inscription GLOBALIZING INDIAN AGRICULTURE in English appear around the periphery
on the left and Bharatiya Krushi Ka Biswabyapikarana in Hindi on the right.
Km No - # 127
1996 - SARDAR PATEL COMMEMORATIVE :
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel (October 31, 1875- December 15, 1950) was popularly known as Iron Man of India. He
successfully led Kheda Satyagraha and Bardoli revolt against British government. He was elected Congress President in
1931. He played a leading role in the Indian freedom struggle and became the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home
Minister of India. He is credited with achieving political integration of India.He was posthumously conferred Bharat Ratna
in 1991.
This 2 rupees coin was issued in his commemoration for general circulation. The other 3 coins were issued, in the
denomination of 10 rupees, 50 rupees and the 100 rupees, as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1996
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in the center and the year of issue '1996' just
below it. The legend "SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL" in English and Hindi appears on the periphery.
Km No - # 129
1996 - SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE CENTENARY COMMEMORATIVE :

Though, Subhas Chandra Bose, popularly known as Netaji, was born in in the year 1897, and his centenary falls on 1997,
this coin was wrongly issued by Kolkata mint in the year 1996 in his centenary commemoration.
Specifications
Year of issue 1996
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Netaji in the center with the legend SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE in both
English and Hindi on the upper half of the periphery with CENTENARY in English, Janmasati in Hindi and 1996 the
year of issue below his effigy, on the lower half of the periphery.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 130.1
1997 - SUBHAS CHANDRA BOSE CENTENARY COMMEMORATIVE :
Subhas Chandra Bose(1897 -- 1945), popularly known as Netaji, was a leader in the Indian independence movement. He
was elected as the president of the Indian National Congress for two consecutive terms. But due to ideological conflicts
with Mahatma Gandhi, he left the Congress party and established a separate political party, the All India Forward Bloc
and demanded for the full and immediate independence of India from British rule. He was jailed several times by the
British authorities.
With the outbreak of the Second World War, he went away from India and with Japanese assistance; he formed the
Indian National Army, to fight against British forces. He formed the Azad Hind Government in exile and led the Indian
National Army in battle against the British at Imphal and inBurma. He is presumed to have died on 18 August 1945 in a
plane crash.
Specifications
Year of issue 1997
Rev Same as 1996 issue, except the year of issue being 1997.
Km No - # 130
1998 DESHBANDHU CHITTARANJAN DAS COMMEMORATIVE:
Chittaranjan Das, was born on November 5, 1870, in Bikrampur, Dhaka (now in Bangladesh). He was an eminent
Bengali lawyer and a leading figure in the Indian independence movement. He was popularly called
Deshbandhu (Friend of the country), for the sacrifices he made for the freedom struggle. He breathed his last on 16
June 1925.
Specifications
Year of issue 1998
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of DESHBANDHU CHITTARANJAN DAS, at the center with the legend
DESHBANDHU CHITTARANJAN DAS in both Hindi and English, 1870-1925 his year of birth and death and 1998, -- the
year of issue, around the periphery.
Minted at Kolkata, Hyderabad, Noida
Km No - # 296
1998 SRI AUROBINDO COMMEMORATIVE:
Sri Aurobindo was born in Calcutta on 15th August 1872. He was an Indian nationalist, freedom fighter, philosopher, yogi,
and poet. He was arrested in May 1908 in connection with the Alipore Bomb Case. After he was acquitted in the ensuing
trial, he moved to Pondicherry, where he spent the rest of his life. He established an ashram there popularly known as
Aurabindo Ashram and completely dedicated himself to his spiritual and philosophical pursuits. Later Sri Maa joined
him. He breathed his last on 5 December 1950.
Specifications
Year of issue 1998
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of SRI AUROBINDO, at the center with the legend SRI AUROBINDO in both
Hindi and English, in upper half of the periphery. The slogan Sampurna Jiwan Yoga Hai in Hindi and ALL LIFE IS YOGA in
English and 1998, -- the year of issue, appear at the lower half of the periphery.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida
Km No - # 131
1999 CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI COMMEMORATIVE:

Shivaji Bhosle (February 19, 1630 April 3, 1680), popularly known as Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, was a maratha warrior
who lead a resistance to free the marathas from the Sultanate of Bijapur and frequently raided and defended themselves
from Mughal Empire. He created an independentMaratha Kingdom with Raigad as its capital and became the crowned
king 'Chatrapati' of the Maratha Kingdom in 1674. He is today remembered inMaharashtra as a hero and a great King
who stood for freedom and for the right of maratha independence.
denomination of 50 rupees and the 100 rupees, as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1999
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Chhatrapati Shivaji, at the center with the legend CHHATRAPATI
SHIVAJI both in English and Hindi, and with 1999 the year of issue around the periphery.
Km No - # 290
2000 - SUPREME COURT GOLDEN JUBILEE COMMEMORATIVE:
The Supreme Court of India is the highest court of the land. It was established on January 28,1950 . Primarily, it is an
apellate court which takes up appeals against judgments of the provincial High Courts. But, it takes writ petitions in cases
of serious human rights violations or if it involves any serious issue that needs immediate resolution. The Golden Jubilee
celebration of its establishment was observed in the year 2000.
On this occassion this 2 rupees coin was issued in November,2000 for general circulation. Another 50 rupees coin, was
issued as uncirculated / proof specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2000
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the Lion Capital of Ashokan Pillarwith the Ashoka chakra above it and the
slogan "Yato Dharma Stato Jaya" in Sanskrit below it, which means that where there is virtue (Dharma), there is
victory. The inscription in the periphery reads "SUPREME COURT OF INDIA" in English on the right side and
"Bharat Ka Uchchatam Nyayalaya" in Hindi at the left. Ai the bottom of the periphery 1950-2000 the fifty
years of establishment of the Supreme Court is shown.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida
Km No - # 291
2001 DR. SYAMA PRASAD MOOKERJEE CENTENARY COMMEMORATIVE:

Syama Prasad Mookerjee (July 6, 1901 - June 23, 1953) was a nationalist political leader of India, and is
considered the godfather of modern Hindutva and Hindu Nationalism. He was the youngest Vice-Chancellor of
the University of Calcutta from 1934-38. In Nehru's Cabinet, he was a minister for Industry and Supply. After the
differences with Pandit Nehru,Mookerjee left Congress and founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, the first Hindu
nationalist political party of its kind. He was also the leader of the Hindu Mahasabha and closely associated with
the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh.
Specifications
Year of issue 2001
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, with 2001 the year of issue below it.
The legend DR. SYAMA PRASAD MOOKERJEE CENTENARY, in both English and Hindi is inscribed around the periphery.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai?, Hyderabad, Noida
Km No - # 303
2002 - SANT TUKARAM COMMEMORATIVE:
Tukaram (1608 1650) was one of the greatest poet saints of India. He was born in a small village in Maharashtra He is
quite renowned for his contribution to the Bhakti Movement and he is commonly known as Sant Tukaram in Maharashtra
Specifications
Year of issue 2002
Rev The reverse of this coin shows SANT TUKARAM seated on a low stool, with a Veena in his hand. The legend SANT
TUKARM both in English and Hindi is inscribed in the lower half of the periphery with 2002- the year of issue, below his
figure. The slogan Bhakti . Bhratrutwa . Jagruti in Hindi appear at the upper side of the periphery.
Km No - # 305
2003 RAILWAYS, 150 GLORIOUS YEARS COMMEMORATIVE:

On April 16th, 1853, at 3:35pm, the first train in India left Bombay's Bori Bunder for Thane. This train was with 14 railway
carriages and 400 guests. On the occasion of Indian Railway's 150th year, a mascot in the form of a cartoon elephant,
'Bholu', dressed in the uniform of a Train Guard, holding a hand signal lamp with green
Light, was adopted.
This 2 rupees coin, in commemoration 150 glorious years, was issued on 1.9.2003 for general circulation. On this occasion
another 100 rupees coin was issued, as proof / unc specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2003
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the image of Bholu, the mascot of the Indian Railways. The inscription
Bholu, The Guard appear below this mascot. The legend Railways 150 Glorious Years in English and
Railway 150 Gouravpurna varsha in Hindi appear around the periphery with 2003 the year of issue at the
bottom.
Minted at Kolkata, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Noida?
Km No - # 307
2007 - PLATINUM JUBILEE OF INDIAN AIR FORCE (1932-2007) COMMEMORATIVE:
The Indian Air Force ( Bhartiya Vayu Sena) is the air arm of the armed forces of India. It was officially established
on October 8, 1932. Since independence, the IAF has been involved in four conflicts with neighboringPakistan and one
with the People's Republic of China. It also takes part in rescue operations during national calamities like flood, cyclone
and earth quakes etc.
This 2 rupees coin was issued by India in 2007, to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of its establishment. On this
occasion another 100 rupees coin was issued, as uncirculated / proof specimen.
Specifications
Years of issue 2007
Metal composition Ferritic Stainless Steel alloy
(83% Iron, 17% Chromium)
Weight 5.62 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 27 mm
Edge Plain
Obv -- The face of the coin is divided by 2 horizontal lines into three portions. The top portion contains words Bharat in
Hindi and "INDIA" in English, The bottom portion shows "Rupaye" in Hindi and "RUPEES" in English.The center portion
bears the Lion capitol of Ashok Pillar with the legend Satyameva Jayate in Hindi inscribed below, the prominent
International numeral 2 indicates the denomination.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the latest multi-role combat aircraft -SU 30 MK I- at the top and the
first fighter aircraft Wapiti -- below it. "1932-2007" is inscribed below the Wapiti Air craft. The words
"PLATINUM JUBILEE" in Hindi appear in the upper periphery and inEnglish in the lower periphery. In the
center left periphery, the words, "INDIAN AIR FORCE" in English and in the centre right periphery, the
words "Bharatiya Bayu Sena" in Hindi, is inscribed.
Minted at Kolkata, Km No - # 350
2009 BIRTH BI-CENTENARY OF LOUIS BRAILLE, 1809 2009, COMMEMORATIVE:

Louis Braille was born in 1809, in France. Due to an accident he lost his eye sight at the age of three. He invented
the Braille script using 6 dots, in which the position of the different dots represent the different letters of the alphabet
and this script enabled thousands of blind people around the world to read and write, India issued this coin in
commemoration of bi-centenary of his birth.
This 2 rupees coin was issued on 4.1.2009 in his commemoration for general circulation. Another 100 rupees coin was
issued on this occassion, as uncirculated / proof specimen.
Specifications
Years of issue 2009
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of LOUIS BRAILLE. Thedots below his figure, in Braille script reads: L.BRL,
short for Louis Braille. The legend LOUIS BRAILLE in both English and Hindi appear in the top half of the periphery. The
year 1809 is inscribed to the left side and 2009 to the right side of his effigy.
Km No - # 368
The RBI ( Reserve Bank of India) was established in India on 1st April, 1935. It regulates the issue of bank notes, keeps
reserves with a view to securing monetary stability in India and operates the currency and credit system in the best
interests of the country. The Central Office of the Reserve Bank was initially established in Kolkata, but was permanently
moved to Mumbai in 1937.
To commemorate the Platinum Jubilee of establishment of RBI in 2010,India issued this 2 rupees coin on 1st April, 2010,
for general circulation. Out of the other 4 coins issued on the same occasion, the 1 rupee, 5 rupees and the 10 rupees
coins were issued for general circulation and the coin, in the denomination of 75 rupees, was issued as proof /
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv -- Same as the obverse of "Raiways" coin.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the image of the emblem of Reserve Bank of India, namely Palm Tree and Tiger with
inscription "Bharatiya Reserve Bank" in Hindi, on the left periphery and "RESERVE BANK OF INDIA" in English on the right
periphery. The words "PLATINUM JUBILEE" in both Hindi and English along with year "1935-2010" is also inscribed below
the emblem.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 386
2010 XIX COMMON WEALTH GAMES,2010-DELHI COMMEMORATION :

A Multi-sport event called the Commonwealth Games is held in every four years. The XIX Common Wealth Games were
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held at New Delhi from 3 October, 2010 to 14 October, 2010. India issued this 2 rupees coin on 3 October, 2010 to
commemorate this event. Out of the other 2 coins issued on the same occasion, the 5 rupees coin was issued for general
circulation and the 100 rupees coins was issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv -- Same as the obverse of "Louis Braille" coin.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the logo of Common Wealth Games 2010 at the centre, with the words ''XIX
Commonwealth Games, 2010 - Delhi" in English on the right periphery and 19 Wan Rashtramandal Khel, Delhi
2010 in Hindi on the left upper periphery . Date of the event (3-14 October 2010) is also mentioned below the
logo in international numerals and English.
Minted at Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Noida
Km No - # NA

5 RUPEES CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS ISSUED IN INDIA
1985 -- INDIRA GANDHI COMMEMORATION:
Indira Priyadarsani Gandhi was the Prime minister of India from 1966--77 and
1980--84. She was assassinated on 31st October, 1984. To pay homage to this dynamic leader, India issued this coin on
19th November, 1985. Out of the other 3 coins issued in her commemoration, the 50 Paise coin was issued for general
circulation and the 20 rupees and the 100 rupees coins were issued as proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 1985
Weight 12.5 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 31 mm
Edge Security
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the effigy of Indira Gandhi and legend INDIRA GANDHI in both Hindi and English
with 1917 -1984 her year of birth and death.
Km No - # 150
1989 JAWAHARLAL NEHRU CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:

Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime minister of India from 1947 to 1964. To pay homage to the dynamic leader
on the centenary of his birth, a 5 rupee coin was issued on 14th November 1988, to mark the beginning of the centenary
year. Another coin issued for general circulation, was in the denomination of 1 rupee. The other coins issued in the
Specifications
Year of issue 1989
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the effigy of Pandit Nehru with a Gandhi Cap on his head and the legend
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU, CENTENARY and 1989, the centenary year in English and Jawaharlal Nehru, Janmashati in
Hindi,
Km No - # 151
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NOTE: - The Mumbai issue of this coin has 2 die varieties, which is found by my friend, Mr. Sekhar Kausik of New Delhi.
The coin picture posted by him is shown below. I do not have these varieties in my collections.
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1994 I.L.O. - 75TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION ISSUE:
The International Labour Organization was established in 1919 with an aim to promote social justice and improve
working and living conditions of workers throughout the world. The I.L.O. has its headquarters at Geneva (Switzerland),
and has branch offices in different countries of the world. India is one of the founding-member of the I.L.O.
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the I.L.O. India issued this 5 rupees coin on 27th
October,1994. The other coins issued in the denomination of 50 rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and
uncirculated specimens
Specifications
Year of issue 1994
Weight 9 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Security
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the initials of I.L.O. encircled by a cog-wheelsignifying industrial activity, all set
within two olive twigs. On the top of the central design the inscriptions Shrama Jagat in Hindi appear at the left and
WORLD OF WORK in English at the right. The 75-year span 1919 1994 is shown at the bottom of the design.
Km No - # 155
1995 -- 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNITED NATIONS COMMEMORATION ISSUE:

After the 2nd World War was over, seeing the destructions due to this war, the representatives of 50 nations met at
Sanfransisco,(USA) to form an international organization, uniting nations to make the world free from war, secure in
peace, held together by brotherhood, and dedicated to the social and economic betterment of mankind. Finally the
United Nations was established on 24th October, 1945 at Lake Success (Newyork). India had been a member of this august
body since its inception.
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In commemoration of the 50 Anniversary of the U.N., India issued this 5 rupees coin on 26 June, 1995, for general
circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the globe encircled by two Olive twigs the emblem of U.N., all inset within the
swing of 5 in 50. The year 1995 appears on the top of the U.N. emblem. The inscription 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF
UNITED NATIONS in English appears around the lower half and Samyukta Rashtrasangha Ki 50wi Jayanti in Hindi
appears around the upper half of the periphery.
Minted at Mumbai, Noida
Km No - # 156
1995 8TH WORLD TAMIL CONFERENCE (SAINT THIRUVALLUVAR) COMMEMORATION
Details are the same as that of the 2 rupees, 8TH WORLD TAMIL CONFERENCE (SAINT THIRUVALLUVAR)
COMMEMORATION issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the saint poet THIRUVALLUVAR seated on a low stool in a writing position with the
English and Hindi, 8 Wi Viswa Tamil Sammelan in Hindi.
Km No - # 158
1995 -- 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE F.A.O. COMMEMORATION ISSUE:

The Food and Agriculture Organization (F.A.O.) is a specialized Agency of United Nations Organization (U.N.O.). It was
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founded on 16 October, 1945 at Quebec (Canada). The objectives of F.A.O. are to improve agricultural productivity and
to better the condition of rural poor, thus raising the level of nutrition and standard of living the world over. India is also
one of the founding members of the F.A.O.
Since 1981, every year, the 16th Octoberthe foundation day of the F.A.O. is celebrated by member nations throughout
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the world, as World Food Day. In observance of the 50 Anniversary of the F.A.O., India brought out this 5 rupees coin for
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general circulation on 16 October, 1995.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Obv The obverse of this coin shows a hand holding a bundle of wheat and barley, with the F.A.O. crest stamped on the
back of the hand. The inscription that appears around the periphery is Khadya Ebam Krushi Samgathhan in Hindi in the
top half and FOOD AND AGRICULTURE ORGANIZATION in English in the bottom half. The 50-year span 1945-1995 is
shown below the central design.
Km No - # 157
1996 2ND INTERNATIONAL CROP SCIENCE CONGRESS COMMEMORATION ISSUE:
The International Crop Science Society fosters communication among crop scientists. It nurtures the International Crop
Science Congress held every four years at various locations around the world, the first (1992) being held at Ames, Iowa.
These Congresses stimulate thinking among scientists as to how advances in crop science, in all their aspects, can assist in
meeting the critical diverse global challenges that lie ahead. The second International Crop Science Congress was held at
New Delhi (India) from 17th to 24th November,1996.
In commemoration of the 2nd International Crop Science Congress held at New Delhi, India issued this 5 rupees coin in
November, 1996.
Specifications
Year of issue 1996
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the globe with crop all over it, encircled by two ears of corn on the bottom and a
double helix structure of DNA inside the gene on the top. The inscription Dwitiya Antarashtriya Fashal Vignyan
Congress in Hindi is shown at the left half and 2ND INTERNATIONAL CROP SCIENCE CONGRESS in English is shown at
the right half of the periphery. 1996 the year of issue is shown at the bottom.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # 160
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NOTE: - This coin is one of the rarest coins issued by the Republic of India. Luckily I got one of these coins from
circulation. The mintage of this coin is assumed to be about 11000.
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1996 MOTHERS HEALTH IS CHILDS HEALTH (WORLD POPULATION DAY) ISSUE:

With a view to focus and reduce the infant mortality rate in the country, the Indian government made many different
campaigns. Realizing that a pregnant woman's health and diet has direct bearing on the child's health, this coin was
released on the World Population Day (11th July,1996), to raise awareness among general public.
Specifications
Year of issue 1995
Obv The central design on the obverse of this coin shows a mother with her child inside a family planning triangle. The
inscription MOTHERS HEALTH IS CHILDS HEALTH in English is shown on the bottom half and Swastha Ma Se Swastha
Sisu in Hindi on the top half of the periphery. 1996- the year of issue appears below the Hindi inscription.
Km No - # 159
2001 - BHAGWAN MAHAVIR : 2600 TH JANM KALYANAK COMMEMORATION :
Jainism is an Indian religion. It prescribes a path of non-violence towards all living beings. Bhagwan Mahavir was 24th,
and the last Tirthankar("spiritual teacher"). in Jainism. He was born in 599 B. C. at Kshatriyakunda (Bihar) to King
Siddhartha and Queen Trishala. Though he was a prince, he left his home at the age of 30 to become an ascetic. He
performed a severe penance for twelve and a half years and then in 558 B.C., he attained absolute enlightenment (a state
of understanding ultimate truth). After this, he preached his first message for the attainment of selfpurification and
selfperfection. The same path shown by him is followed today. In the year 527 B.C. Bhagwan Mahavir attained Nirvana.
On the occasion of 2600th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Mahavir, this 5 rupees coin was issued on the on 25th April,
2002. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2002
Obv The obverse of this coin shows an eight sided polygon, symbolizing the Structure of Universe On the top end of
this universe structure, a crescent with a dot inside and 3 dots below, symbolizes the Siddha Shila, an abode of infinite
Siddhas (meaning one who has achieved perfection ) is shown. Below the Siddha Shila the holiest Swastika symbol is
shown. At the bottom a hand, with a wheel (Dharma Chakra) on the palm, with the word "Ahimsa" (meaning nonviolence) in Devnagari is shown. The words BHAGWAN MAHAVIR : 2600 TH JANM KALYANAK in English on the right half
and in Hindi on the left half of the periphery, are inscribed. The words Parasparopagraho Jivanam in Sanskrit (meaning
All life is bound together by mutual support and interdependence ) are shown below the central design and 2001 the
year of minting at the bottom.
Km No - # 304
2003 -- DADABHAI NAOROJI COMMEMORATION :

Dadabhai Naoroji (4th September 1825 - 30th June 1917), known as the Grand Old Man of India, was a parsi intellectual,
educator, cotton trader and an early Indian political leader. He was a Member of Parliament in the British House of
Commons between 1892 and 1895, and the first Asian to be a British M.P. He is credited with the founding of the Indian
National Congress along with A.O.Hume. Naoroji was a mentor to both Gopala Krishna Gokhale and Mohandas
Karamchand Gandhi. He was the paternal uncle of famous industrialist J.R.D. Tata.
In commemoration of Dadabhai Naroji, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on 2nd October, 2003, for general
circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 2003
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Dadabhai Naorojiat the centre with the inscription DADABHAI
NAOROJI both in Hindi and English around the periphery and 1825-1917 his year of birth and death at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad
Km No - # 308
Note : This coin does not show its year of its issue.
2004 K. KAMARAJ COMMEMORATION :
Kumarasami Kamaraj, better known as K. Kamaraj (15th July, 1903 2nd October, 1975) took active parts in Indias struggle
for independence and was thrown into jail several times and spent eight years in prison. He was an Indian politician from
Tamil Nadu widely acknowledged as the "Kingmaker" in Indian politics during the 1960s. He was the chief minister of
Tamil Nadu during 1954-1963 and a Member of Parliament during 1952-1954 and 1969-1975. He became the president
of the Congress party in 1964 and his famous Kamaraj Plan, led to resignation of several Chief Ministers of states and
senior Congress ministers in Jawaharlal Nehru's cabinet, so that they could devote their energies to revitalize the party.
He was known for his simplicity and integrity. He was awarded India's highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna,
posthumously in 1976.
In commemoration of K. Kamaraj, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 27th October, 2004, for general circulation. On this
occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2004
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Kumarasami Kamaraj, with the inscription K.KAMARAJ in Hindi on
the top left periphery and in English on the top right periphery. 1903-1975 his year of birth and his year of death, is
shown below his image.
Km No - # 317
2004 -- LAL BAHADUR SHASTRI BIRTH CENTENARY, 1904 2004 COMMEMORATION :

Lal Bahadur Srivastava Shastri (2nd October 1904 - 11th January 1966) was a significant figure in the Indian independence
movement. He held the portfolios of Minister of Railways, Minister of Communications and later Home Minister in
Nehrus cabinet. After the death of Nehru, he became the second Prime Minister of the Republic of India. Shastri is the
one who created the slogan of "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" ("Hail the soldier, Hail the farmer"). After Pakistan attacked India on
the Kashmir front, Shastri took strong steps and Indian troops occupied upto Lahore(Pakistan), A cease fire was issued as
a result of international pressure. Shastri went to Tashkent to hold talks with Ayub Khan and an agreement was soon
signed. But in mysterious circumstances Lal Bahadur passed away in Tashkent before returning home. He was known for
his honesty and humility throughout his life and was the first person to be posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in
1966, India's highest civilian honour.
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At the conclusion of Lal Bahadur Shastri birth centenary celebrations, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 4 october, 2005,
for general circulation. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof /
Specifications
Year of issue 2004
Metal composition i) Cupro Nickel alloy (75% Copper+25% Nickel)
ii) Ferritic Stainless Steel alloy (17%Chromium+83%Iron)
Weight Cupro-Nickel -- 9 grams
FSS 6 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Security
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of the "Lal Bahadur Shastri" with the inscription"Lalbahdur Shastri
Janmasati" in Hindi on the left periphery and " LALBAHADUR SHASTRI BIRTH CENTENARY" in English on the top and right
periphery. 1904 2004 is shown below the portrait.
Minted at Kolkata, Hyderabad (only FSS)
Km No - (CN) - # 336, (FSS) - # 336a
Note : This coin was issued both in Cupro-Nickel and FSS.
2005 -- 75 YEARS OF DANDI MARCH COMMEMORATION ISSUE :

The 1882 Salt Act gave the British a monopoly on the collection and manufacture of salt, limiting its handling to
government salt depots and levying a salt tax. The Salt Satyagraha was a campaign of nonviolent protest against the
British salt tax in colonial India, and it began with the Dandi March on March 12, 1930, and it was an important part of
the Indian independence movement which triggered the wider Civil Disobedience Movement. This was the most
significant organized challenge to British authority since the Non-cooperation movement of 1920-22, and directly
followed the Purna Swaraj (complete independence) declaration of by the Indian National Congress on January 26,
1930.
"Mahatma Gandhi" led the Dandi march from Sabarmati Ashram near Ahmedabad, to the sea coast near the village of
Dandi. As he continued on this 24 day, 240 mile (390 km) march to produce salt without paying the tax, growing
numbers of Indians joined him along the way. At the conclusion of the march on April 6, 1930, when Gandhi broke the
salt laws in Dandi, it sparked large scale acts of civil disobedience against the British Raj salt laws by millions of Indians.
Over 80,000 Indians were jailed as a result of the Salt Satyagraha
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In commemoration of the 75 anniversary of the Dandi March, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on 2
October, 2005, for general circulation. Another coin was issued in the denomination of 100 rupees, as proof /
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Specifications
Year of issue 2005
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of "Mahatma Gandhi marching with his followers" with inscription
"Dandi Yatra Ke 75 Varsha" in Hindi on the left upper periphery and "75 YEARS OF DANDI MARCH" in English on the right
upper periphery. 1930-2005 the span of 75 years, is shown below the central design.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - (CN) - # 325, (FSS) - # 361
2006 -- JAGATH GURU SREE NARAYANA GURUDEV COMMEMORATION :
JAGATH GURU SREE NARAYANA GURUDEV, (1855 - 1928), was a great Saint, Philosopher, Social Reformer, Spiritual
teacher and Poet of Kerala (India) who preached Oru jati, oru matham, oru daivam manushyanu (meaning -- one caste,
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one religion, one God for humanity), He passed away on 20 September,1928.
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In commemoration of the 150 birth anniversary of Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev, India issued this 5 rupees coin
in September, 2006, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the denomination of 100 rupees, was
issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2004

Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of "Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev" flanked on the left upper
periphery with the words "JAGATH GURU SREE NARAYANA GURUDEV" in Hindi and on the right upper periphery in
English.
Minted at Mumbai, Kolkata
Km No - (CN) - # 355, (FSS) - # 355a
Note : This coin was issued both in Cupro-Nickel and FSS. It also does not show the year of its issue.
2006 -- MAHATMA BASAVESHWARA COMMEMORATION :
Basaveshwara (also known as Guru Basavanna) was born in 1134 A.D. in the small town of Bagewadi of
northern Karnataka. He was Prime Minister to king Bijjala who ruled from 1157 to 1167 over Kalyana. Basava was
a philosopher, religious teacher and a social reformer. He fought against the caste system, strove hard to bring about
reformation in Hinduism into which social evils had crept in and worked to establish a classless and casteless society.
Guru Basavanna's path later gave birth to a new religion called Lingavanta Dharma. He took nirvana at Kudala Sangama,
on 30.7.1196 A.D.
In commemoration of Basaveshwara, India issued this 5 rupees coin, on 23rd June, 2006, for general circulation. On this
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Specifications
Year of issue 2006
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of "MAHATMA BASAVESHWARA", with the inscription "MAHATMA
BASAVESHWARA" in Hindi on the left upper periphery and in English on the right upper periphery. The words "BhaktiKayaka-Dashoha-Samata" in Hindi, is shown below the portrait.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - (CN) - # 324, (FSS) - NA
Note : This coin was issued both in Cupro- Nickel and FSS. It also does not show its year of its issue.
2006 -- GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION OF ONGC COMMEMORATION ISSUE:
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) is a state-owned oil and gas company in India. It contributes 77% of
India's crude oil production and 81% of India's natural gas production. It is the highest profit making corporation in India.
It was set up as a commission on 14th August, 1956. ONGC is Asia's largest and most active company involved in
exploration and production of oil. It produces about 30% of India's crude oil requirement. ONGC Videsh is the
international arm of ONGC and has made major investments in Vietnam, Sakhalin and Sudan.
In commemoration of Golden Jubilee of O.N.G.C., India issued this 5 rupees coin in 2006, for general circulation. On this
Specifications
Year of issue 2006
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the number"50" in the centre which denotes golden jubilee celebration of "ONGC".
The logo of "Oil and Natural Gas Corporation" is shown inside the number 0 of the number"50". On the top of the
number "50" is the letters OnGC' and just on the bottom of the number is the year "1956-2006" the span of 50 years.
The central design has some floral design on its left and right side. The words "CELEBRATING INDIA" in English is written
on the top periphery and the words "Utshavrat Bharat" in Hindi is written on the bottom periphery, of the coin.
Km No - (CN) - 354, (FSS) - # NA
Note : This coin was issued both in Cupro-Nickel and FSS. The Cupro-Nickel coin was only issued in UNC and Proof sets
and the FSS coin was issued for general circulation.
2006 -- STATE BANK OF INDIA BICENTENNIAL YEAR COMMEMORATION ISSUE:
State Bank of India traces its ancestry, to the founding of the Bank of Calcutta, on 2nd June 1806. The Bank of Calcutta,
was later renamed as the Bank of Bengal. On 27th January 1921, the three Presidency banks (Bank of Madras, Bank of
Calcutta and Bank of Bombay) amalgamated to form the Imperial Bank of India, The Government of India nationalized the
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Imperial Bank of India on 30 April 1955, and renamed it the State Bank of India. The State Bank Group has over 16,000
branches in India and131 overseas offices spread over 32 countries.
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The logo of State Bank of India is a Circle (not a Key hole) and a small man at the centre of the Circle. Circle depicts
perfection and the common man being the centre of the banks business.
In commemoration of the Bicentennial Year of the State Bank Of India., India issued this 5 rupees coin in 2006, for general
circulation. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated
specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2006
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the logo of the "STATE BANK OF INDIA" in the centre flanked on the left side with
the year "1806" and on the right side with the year "2006". The left and right upper periphery is flanked by some design
works on leaves. The words "Bharatiya State Bank" in Hindi are written on the top of the coin above the logo and the
words "STATE BANK OF INDIA" in English is written on the bottom side of the coin below the logo of State Bank of India.
Km No - (CN) - # 357, (FSS) - # 362
Note : This coin was issued both in Cupro-Nickel and FSS. The Cupro-Nickel coin was only issued in UNC and Proof sets
and the FSS coin was issued for general circulation.
2007 - 150 YEARS THE FIRST WAR OF INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATION ISSUE:

India's First War of Independence, is also known as The Indian Rebellion of 1857 began on 10 May 1857 in the town of
Meerut when a group of native soldiers employed by the British East India Company's army, mutinied.
The general public were dissatisfied due to abolition of sati rites and the legalization of widow remarriage. Lakshmibai,
The Rani of Jhansi, and some rulers of other kingdoms had lost their kingdom as a result of the Doctrine of Lapse and
were very much dissatisfied. The sepoys were supplied with new cartridges, which allegedly were wrapped in paper
greased with cow and pig fat and had to be bitten off by mouth. So they also became dissatisfied. These things led to the
Rebellion.
Gradually the rebellion spread to other parts of central and northern India. The rebels captured cities like Meerut,
Kanpur, Lukhnow, Delhi etc and killed many Europeans. The leaders of this rebellion were Emperor Bahadur Shah II, Rani
Laxmibai of Jhansi, General Tatia Tope, Nana Saheb, Kunwar Singh etc. Bahadur Shah proclaimed himself the Emperor of
the whole of India.
As there was no co-ordination between the different rebel groups, the army of the company were able to suppress the
rebellion. Many mutineers were hanged to death, and some were "blown from cannon. by the British . Rani Laxmibai
bravely fought but died on the battle field. Tatia Tope was caught and executed. Nana Sahib disappeared near the end of
the Rebellion and it is not known what happened to him. Bahadur Shah Zafar was captured and exiled to Rangoon where
he died in 1862.
The rebellion led to the dissolution of the East India Company in 1858, and its ruling powers over India were transferred
to the British Crown.
In commemoration of the 150 Years of The First War Of Independence, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 18 th April, 2008,
for general circulation. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof /
Specifications
Year of issue 2007
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the combined portrait of General Tatia Tope on left side, Emperor Bahadur Shah II
on the right side and at the centre the Warrior Rani Laxmibai of Jhansi in the battlefield, flanked on the left periphery
with the words "Pratham Swatantrata Samgram" in Hindi and THE FIRST WAR OF INDEPENDENCE" in English on the right
periphery. The words 150 Varsha in Hindi and "150 YEARS in English appear just below the central design with the
period 1857-2007 written at the bottom.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - (CN) - NA, (FSS) - # 359
2007 - 150 th BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF LOKAMANYA BAL GANGADHAR TILAK COMMEMORATION (Tilakji Coin):
In commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Lokamanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, India issued this 5 rupees
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commemorative coin on 23 July, 2007, for general circulation. After this coin was released, it was found that "Bal
Gangadhar Tilakji" was written on the top, where ji is an honorific. Some leaders raised the issue, that ji should not
have been used with Tilak on the coin, as ji was not used on coins, issued even for Gandhi or Nehru. So,
subsequently the minting of these coins was stopped. The coining die was modified and the ji was removed.
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NOTE:
This coin is one of the rarest coins issued by the Republic of India. I have this coin in my collection. The mintage of this
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2007 -- 150 th BIRTH ANNIVERSARY OF LOKAMANYA BAL GANGADHAR TILAK COMMEMORATION :
Bal Gangadhar Tilak was born on 23rd July, 1856 in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra. He was an Indian nationalist, teacher,
journalist, social reformer and freedom fighter. He was the first popular leader of the Indian Independence Movement
and was conferred with the honorary title of Lokmanya, which literally means "Accepted by the people (as their
leader)". The British colonial authorities called the great leader as "Father of the Indian unrest". In 1894, he transformed
the household worshipping of Ganesha into Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav and also made Shiva Jayanti (birth anniversary
celebrations of Chhatrapati Shivaji) as a social festival.
He was one of the first and strongest advocates of "Swaraj" (self-rule) in India. His famous quote, "Swaraj is my birthright,
and I shall have it!", is well-remembered in India even today. Due to his political writings, he was imprisoned in the
Mandalay Prison, Burma from 1908 to 1914. He was also one of the founders of the All India Home Rule League which
sought self-rule for India. He passed away on 1st August, 1920.
In commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Lokamanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, India issued this 5 rupees
commemorative modified coin, for general circulation. On his commemoration , another coin, in the denomination of 100
rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2007
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of Lokamanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, with the inscription 150 th BIRTH
ANNIVERSARY OF LOKAMANYA BAL GANGADHAR TILAK in English on the bottom half of the periphery and Lokamanya
Bal Gangadhar Tilak Ki 150 Wi Jayanti in Hindi on the top half of the periphery. 2007 the year of issue is written in
very small sized letters at the bottom periphery.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - (CN) - # 328, (FSS) - NA
2007 - KHADI AND VILLAGE INDUSTRIES COMMISSION GOLDEN JUBILEE CELEBRATION ISSUE :
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is a statutory body formed by the Government of India, under the Act
of Parliament, 'Khadi and Village Industries Commission Act of 1956'. In April 1957, it took over the work of former All
India Khadi and Village Industries Board. The Khadi and Village Industries Commission is a non-profit group that serves to
promote the use of Khadi (a type of hand-woven cloth) in India. The group is government-run and serves to promote the
use of Khadi and small-scale industries. The group also gives licenses to companies that wish to manufacture the Flag of
India. Khadi Bhandar chain stores are managed as per the rules and guidelines by this organisation. These stores serve as
outlets for products made by village industry. It is not restricted to sell Khadi only. They also sell matchsticks, incense
sticks, decorative items made from wood and earth, honey, leather items etc.
In commemoration of the Golden Jubilee Celebration of Khadi and Village Industries Commission, India issued this 5
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rupees commemorative coin on 19 November, 2007, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the
denomination of 50 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2007
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of "Mahatma Gandhi" at the centre and a lady with a charkha and a
village scence, flanked on the upper periphery with the words "Khadi Aur Gramodyoga Ayoga" and "50 Varsha" below it
in Hindi and on the lower periphery "KHADI AND VILLAGE INDUSTRIES COMMISSION" and "50 YEARS" above it in English.
2007 the year of issue is written in very small sized letters at the bottom periphery.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - (CN) - NA, (FSS) - NA
2009 -- SAINT ALPHONSA BIRTH CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:
Alphonsa Mutthapadathu was born on August 19, 1910 in village Kudamaloor near Kottayam in Kerala. She had a difficult
childhood plagued by poverty and illness. She fell into a pit of burning chaff and both here feet got deformed, leaving her
handicapped. In 1936, she was miraculously cured by saint Therese of Lisieux. She taught at a school and there are a large
number of miracles associated with her, many of which involved curing children having clubbed feet as she herself had
been disabled by her feet for many years. In 1939 she had an attack of double-pnuemonia which left her weakened and
she died in 1946 after a painful illness. In 1985, Pope John Paul II formally approved a miracle that was attributed to her
and she received the title of Venerable Sister Alphonsa. One year later, she was beatified. Pope Benedict XVI authorized
her canonization in 2007 and the process was completed after an year, meaning that Alphonsa is now the first woman
and only the second saint from India after Saint Gonsalo Garcia.
In commemoration of the start of the Birth Centenary celebrations of Saint Alphonsa, India issued this 5 rupees
commemorative coin on 23rd August, 2009, for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 2009
Weight 6 grams
Metal composition Nickel Brass alloy
( 75% Copper + 20% Zinc + 5% Nickel )
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Milled (100 serrations)
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of "SAINT ALPHONSA" with a Rose flower on the bottom of her image.
The inscription Santa Alphonsa Janma Satavdi in Hindi is shown on the left periphery and SAINT ALPHONSA BIRTH
CENTENARY in English on the right periphery with "1910-2009" her year of birth and centenary start year below the
Rose Flower.
Km No - # 365
2009 PERARIGNAR ANNADURAI BIRTH CENTENARY COMMEMORATION :
Conjeevaram Natarajan Annadurai, popularly called Anna" (elder brother), or Arignar Anna (Anna the scholar), was
born on 15th September, 1909 in Kanchipuram , Tamil Nadu. He was a very good orator, writer, journalist, teacher, actor
and politician. He was the founder of Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party, (DMK). Various protests against the then ruling
Congress government took him to prison on several occasions. His party won a landslide victory in the 1967 state
elections and he became the Chief Minister of Madras State. It was Annadurai's government that renamed the Madras
State to Tamil Nadu. Another major achievement of his government was to introduce a two language policy over the then
popular three language formula. He died of cancer on 3 February 1969
In commemoration of the Birth Centenary celebrations of Perarignar Annadurai, India issued this 5 rupees
commemorative coin on 15th September, 2009, for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 2009
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Perarignar Annadurai with the inscription "Perarignar Anna
Janmashati" in Hindi, on the left periphery and "PERARIGNAR ANNA CENTENARY" in English on the top and right
periphery. His signature in Tamil appears below his image and "1909-1969" his year of birth and death, below the
signature.
Minted at Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad
Km No - # 367
2009 -- 60 YEARS OF THE COMMONWEALTH COMMEMORATION ISSUE :

The Commonwealth of Nations, previously known as the British Commonwealth, is an intergovernmental
organization of fifty-four independent member states. In April 1949, following the London Declaration, the word
"British" was dropped from the title of the Commonwealth and Queen Elizabeth II became the Head of the
Commonwealth. India joined The Commonwealth of Nations in 1950 after it became a Republic.
On the occasion of the 60th Anniversary of the Commonwealth, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on 3rd
October, 2009, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as
proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2009
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of "PARLIAMENT OF INDIA' with the inscription "Rashtramandal Ke 60
Varsh" in Hindi, on the left periphery and "60 YEARS OF THE COMMONWEALTH" in English on the right periphery and
Year "2009" the year of issue, below the image of Parliament of India.
Minted at Mumbai
Km No - # NA
2010 -- Dr. RAJENDRA PRASRAD COMMEMORATION :
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was born on 3rd December, 1884 in the village Ziradei, then in the Saran district of Bihar. After his
study Rajendra Prasad served in various educational institutions as a teacher. Later he practiced law. Afterwards, he left
his law work and joined the Congress Party, playing a prominent role in the Indian Independence Movement. He was the
President of Indian National Congress for two terms. He also served as the president of the Constituent Assembly that
drafted the first constitution of the Republic, After India became an independent republic in 1950, he was elected as the
first President of India and held this office from 1950 to 1962. He was awarded Bharat Ratna, the nation's highest civilian
award in 1962. He passed away on 28th February, 1963
On the occasion of the 125th year of birth of Dr. Rajendra Prasad, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on 28th
February, 2010, his 47th death anniversary, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the denomination of
100 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Dr Rajendra Prasad, with the inscription DR RAJENDRA PRASAD 125
BIRTH ANNIVERSARY in English on the right half and DR RAJENDRA PRASAD 125 Wi Jayanthi in Hindi on the left half of
the periphery. 1884-2009- his year of birth and the year of 125 birth anniversary is shown below his image.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # NA

Details are the same as that of the 2 rupees RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PLATINUM JUBILEE COMMEMORATION issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The same as that of the 2 rupees RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PLATINUM JUBILEE coin.
Minted at NA
Km No - # NA
Note: For the first time in India, an odd denomination commemorative coin (Rs.75) was issued.
2010 RABINDRANATH TAGORE 150 BIRTH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION :
Rabindranath Tagore was born in Kolkata on 7th May, 1861. He was a poet, dramatist, composer, artist and philosopher.
In 1913, he was awarded the prestigious Nobel Prize in literature, for his works the Gitanjali. Indias national anthem,
Janagana mana . was written by him. He founded the famous Visva-Bharati University. He passed away on 9th
August, 1941.
On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on
9th May, 2010, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the denomination of 150 rupees, was issued as
proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Rabindranath Tagore with the inscription Rabindranath Tagore 150
Wi Jayanthi in Hindi on the left half and RABINDRANATH TAGORE 150 BIRTH ANNIVERSARY in English on the right half
of the periphery. 1861-2011 his year of birth and the end of the 150th Anniversary celebration year is shown below
his image.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # NA
Note: For the first time the highest denomination commemorative coin (Rs.150) was issued in India.
2010 -- MOTHER TERESA BIRTH CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:

Mother Teresa (Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu), was born on 26th August, 1910 In Yugoslovia. She was a Catholic nun who came
to India in 1929. In 1950, she founded the Missionaries of Charity, a philanthropic organization, based in Calcutta, India.
For over 45 years she cared for the poor, sick, orphaned, and dying. For her humanitarian work she had received many
awards like Padma Shri in 1962, Jawaharlal Nehru Award in 1969, Bharat Ratna in 1980, Ramon Magsaysay
Award, the Nobel Peace Prize, in 1979. She died on 5th September, 1997. At the time of her death, Mother Teresa's
Missionaries of Charity had over 4,000 sisters, and an associated brotherhood of 300 members, operating 610 missions
in 123 countries of the world. Following her death she was beatified by Pope John Paul II and given the title Blessed
Teresa of Calcutta.
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In commemoration of the Birth Centenary celebrations of Mother Teresa, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 28 August,
2010, for general circulation. On this occasion, another coin, in the denomination of 100 rupees, was issued as proof /
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Mother Teresa in the centre, with the inscription MOTHER TERESA
both in Hindi and English, on the top half periphery and Janmashati in Hindi and BIRTH CENTENARY in English on the
bottom half periphery. 1910 - 2010 her year of birth and the centenary year is shown below her image.
Minted at NA
Km No - # NA
2010: CHIDAMBARAM SUBRAMANIAM BIRTH CENTENARY COMMEMORATION:
Chidambaram Subramaniam is best known as the father of Green Revolution, after the success of his programme, which
led to a record production of wheat in 1972. He was the man who ushered in an era of self-sufficiency in food production
in India. He was also a freedom fighter, former state minister, former Union finance minister and governor of state. He
was conferred the Indias highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna in 1998.
In commemoration of his birth centenary celebrations, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 28th August, 2010,for general
circulation. Another coin issued in his honour, in the denomination of 100 rupees, was only issued as proof and
uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of Chidambaram Subramaniam with the inscription C. Subramaniam
Janma Satabdi in Hindi on the left periphery and C.SUBRAMANIAM BIRTH CENTENARY in English on the right
periphery. 1910 - 2010 his year of birth and the centenary year, is shown below his image.
Minted at NA
Km No - # NA
2010 1000 YEARS OF BRIHADEESWARAR TEMPLE COMMEMORATION ISSUE :

The Brihadeeswarar Temple, , a marvel of South Indian temple architecture, was built in 1010 AD by Tamil King Raja Raja
Chola in Thanjavur(Tamilnadu), It is 216 ft (66 m) high, so popularly known as the Big Temple. It has turned 1000 years
in 2010
On the occasion of the celebration of the 1000 years of completion of BRIHADEESWARAR TEMPLE, India issued this 5
rupees commemorative coin on 26th September, 2010, for general circulation. I have heard (not confirmed) that on this
occasion, another coin, in the denomination of 1000 rupees, was issued as proof / uncirculated specimen.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the image of the temple in the background and an image of Raja Raja Chola I (who
built the temple) in the fore ground, with the inscription Brihadeeswarar Mandir Ke 1000 Varsha in Hindi, on the left
periphery and 1000 YEARS OF BRIHADEESWARAR TEMPLE in English on the right periphery. The word THANJAVUR in
both English and Hindi is shown below the central image and 2010 the year of issue, below it.
Minted at NA
Km No - # NA
2010 XIX COMMON WEALTH GAMES,2010-DELHI COMMEMORATION :
A Multi-sport event called the Commonwealth Games is held every four years. The XIX Common Wealth Games were
held at New Delhi from 3rd October, 2010 to 14th October, 2010. India issued this 5 rupees coin on 3rd October, 2010 to
commemorate this event. Out of the other 2 coins issued on the same occasion, the 2 rupees coin was issued for general
circulation and the 100 rupees coins was issued as uncirculated / proof specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the logo of Common Wealth Games 2010 at the centre, with the words ''XIX
Commonwealth Games, 2010 - Delhi" in English on the right periphery and 19 Wan Rashtramandal Khel, Delhi 2010 in
Hindi on the left upper periphery . Date of the event (3-14 October 2010) is also mentioned below the logo in
international numerals and English.
Minted at Kolkata
Km No - # NA
2010 -- "INCOME TAX-150 YEARS OF BUILDING INDIA" COMMEMORATION:
The Income Tax Department was established in India in the year 1860. Income tax was first levied as a duty in the year
1860 and the authority to levy that duty came into force on July 24 of that year. Chanakya was a teacher to the First
Mourya Emperor Chandragupta. In one of his famous quotes he told:
"Ideally Governments Should Collect Taxes Like A Honey Bees Which Sucks Just The Right Amount Of Honey From The
Flower So That Both Can Survive"
This 5 rupees coin was issued in commemoration of completion of 150 years of Income Tax. The other coin issued in the
denomination of 150 rupees is only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Obv The obverse of this coin shows the portrait of "CHANAKYA AND LOTUS WITH HONEYBEE" in the centre, and just
below the portrait of Chanakya the word "Chanakya" in Hindi, and the word "CHANAKYA" in English, flanked on the left
periphery with the words letter and numbers Ayakar - Bharat Nirman ke 150 Barsh in Hindi, on the right periphery
flanked with the words and numbers "INCOME TAX-150 YEARS OFBUILDING INDIA" in English. Also in the lower periphery
the year "1860-2010" written in international numeral.
Minted at Kolkata, Km No - # NA
2011 -- "100 YEARS OF CIVIL AVIATION " COMMEMORATION:

On 18 February, 1911 the first commercial civil aviation flight took place in India between Allahabad and Naini, a distance
of 6 miles when Henri Piquet carried 6500 mails on a Humber biplane. This is considered to be the worlds first airmail
service and the beginning of civil aviation in India.
To commemorate 100 years of civil aviation, India has issued a 5 rupees coin on 17 th October, 2011. The other coin
issued in the denomination of 100 rupees is only issued as proof / uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue 2011
Rev The face of the coin shows the picture of an Aircraft and figure "100" with words "YEARS" in the Centre flanked by
words "Bharatiya Nagara Bimanan Satabdi Barsh" in Hindi, on the upper periphery and "CIVIL AVIATION" followed by
"INDIA" below the figure "100". The year "1911-2011" is shown at the bottom, in International Numerals.
Minted at NA
Km No - # NA
2011 INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH CENTENARY COMMEMRATION:
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), is the top body in India for the formulation, coordination and promotion
of biomedical research. In 1911, the Government of India set up the Indian Research Fund Association (IRFA) with the
specific objective of sponsoring medical research in the country. It was renamed as the Indian Council of Medical
Research (ICMR) in 1949.
Here research on control and management of communicable diseases, major non-communicable diseases (like cancer,
cardiovascular diseases, blindness, diabetes and other metabolic disorders) and drug research are being done.
This 5 rupees coin was issued on 15th November, 2011 in commemoration of completion of 100 years of ICMR. The other
coin issued in the denomination of 100 rupees is only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
2011 150th ANNIVERSARY OF CAG (COMPTROLLER & AUDITOR GENERAL OF INDIA) COMMEMORATION:
CAG is the Apex body and supreme Audit institution of India, which audits the accounts of GOI and its affiliated
organizations. It brought many famous scams and corruptions (Common wealth games, 2G spectrum etc.) to lime light.
On the event of 150 Anniversary of CAG, India has issued a 5 rupees commemorative coin on 16 th Nov 11. The other coin
issued in the denomination of 150 rupees is only issued as proof / uncirculated specimens.
2007 SAHEED BHAGAT SINGH BIRTH CENTENARY, 1907 2007 COMMEMORATION :
Saheed Bhagat singh was born on 21st September 1907 in a sikh family. Seeking revenge for the death of Lala Lajpat Rai at
the hands of the police, Singh was involved in the assassination of British police officer John Saunders. He eluded efforts
by the police to capture him. Together with Batukeshwar Dutt, he undertook a successful effort to throw two bombs and
leaflets inside the Central Legislative Assembly while shouting slogans of Inquilab Zindabad. Subsequently they
volunteered to surrender and be arrested. He was convicted and subsequently hanged to death on 23rd March 1931 for
his participation in the murder.
To honour the sacrifices of this martyr, Government of India issued a commemorative coin of Rs 5, Another coin of Rs 100
denomination was also issued.
Pics couldnt be copied
Specifications
Year of issue 2007
Metal composition Ferritic Stainless Steel alloy (17%Chromium+83%Iron)
Weight 6 grams
Shape Circular
Diameter 23 mm
Edge Security
Obv This face of the coin is divided into three portions with two horizontal lines. The left center portion shall bear the
Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar with the legend Satyameva jayate " inscribed below it and the right center portion shall
bear the denominational value "5" in International Numerals. In the upper portion there shall bear the words "Bharat "
in Hindi and "INDIA" in English and in the lower portion, the words '' Rupaye '' in Hindi and "RUPEES" in English.
Rev -- This face of the coin bears the portrait of "SHAHEED BHAGAT SINGH", flanked on the left periphery with the words
'' SHAHEED BHAGAT SINGH JANMA SATI'' in Hindi and on the right
periphery with the words"SHAHEED BHAGAT SINGH BIRTH CENTENERY" in English. The figures 1907-2007 shall be shown
below the portrait in International Numerals.
Minted at Hyderabad
Km No - NA
Note: i) Though these 2 coins (5 rs and 100 rs) were produced by the India Government Mint (IGM), Kolkata only for the
release function held at the martyrs native village Khatkar Kalan in Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab in September,
2008, no coin was released for general circulation. In 2012 the 5 rs coin was issued for general circulation.
ii) It is reported by some collectors that some of this 5 rs coin, was wrongly minted on Nickel-Brass blank. Please see the
Mint error coins of India page to the photo of this OMS coin.
>> 10 RUPEES CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
10 RUPEES CIRCULATING COMMEMORATIVE COINS OF INDIA
On the occasion of birth centenary of M.K. Gandhi ( Mahatma Gandhi), the father of the nation, India issued this 10
rd
rupees commemorative coin on 3 October 1969. The other coins issued for general circulation in his memory, are in the
denomination of 20 paisa, 50 paisa and 1 rupee.
Specifications
Year of issue 1969
Weight 15 gms
Metal composition Silver Alloy ( Silver-80%+Cupper-20%)
Shape Circular
Diameter 34 mm
Edge Milled
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion and the value '10' in International numerals on the
center . In English "INDIA" and "RUPEES" appear on the right periphery and in Hindi "Bharat" and "Rupaye"
appear on the left .
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the effigy of Gandhiji and legend MAHATMA GANDHI in both English and Hindi and
1869 -1948 his years of birth and death.
Km No - # 185
1970 -- FAO 25TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATIVE (Lotus and Sun):

On the occasion of the 25th Anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organizatiom of the United Nations in 1970, India
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participated in the celebration by issuing this 10 rupees coin on 16 October, 1970. Another 20 Paise coin was issued for
general circulation, on the same occasion.
Specifications
Year of issue 1970
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a lotus in full bloom with water lines in the fore ground. It also shows a rising sun in
the back ground and two ears of corns on either side. 1970 the year of issue appears just below the lotus. The legend
FOOD FOR ALL in English and Sabke Liye Anna; in Hindi, is inscribed in the bottom periphery.
Km No - # 186
1972 -- 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE COMMEMORATIVE:
India got its independence from the British rule on 15th August,1947. On the occasion of 25th Anniversary of
Independence, India issued this 10 rupees commemorative coin on 16th August 1972. On this occasion another coin in
the denomination of 50 Paise, was also issued for general circulation.
Specifications
Year of issue 1972
Weight 22.5 gms
Metal composition Quaternary Alloy ( Silver- 50% + Cupper 40% +Zinc 5& + Nickel 5%)
Shape Circular
Diameter 39 mm
Edge Milled
Rev The reverse of this coin shows a young man and a woman carrying the National flag in the fore ground with the
Parliament House in the back ground. The legend 25 Wi Swatantrya Jayanti in Hindi and 1947-- 1972 the 25 years of
Independence, in English is shown on the periphery.
Km No - # 187
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NOTE:
The Mumbai mint first issued this coin in Quaternary alloy. But due to rise in the price of Silver, the later issues from the
Mumbai mint and issues from the Kolkata mint were in Cupro Nickel alloy ( Cupper 75% + Nickel 25%).
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2008- HOMI BHABHA BIRTH CENTENARY YEAR COMMEMORATION:

Homi Jehangir Bhabha, FRS (30 October 1909 24 January 1966) was an Indian nuclear physicist who played a major role
in the development of the Indian atomic energy program and is considered to be the father of India's nuclear program.
He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society on 20 March 1941. In 1945, he founded and directed two major scientific
institutions - the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) and the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC)of India. In the
1950s, Bhabha represented India in International Atomic Energy Forums, and served as President of the United
Nations Conference on the Peaceful Uses of Atomic Energy in Geneva, Switzerland in 1955. He was awarded Padma
Bhushan by Government of India in 1954. He later served as the member of the Indian Cabinet's Scientific Advisory
Committee and set up the Indian National Committee for Space Research with Vikram Sarabhai. On January 24, 1966,
Bhabha died in a plane crash near Mont Blanc, while heading to Vienna, Austria to attend a meeting of the International
Atomic Energy Agency's Scientific Advisory Committee. After his death, the Atomic Energy Establishment in Trombay was
renamed as the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre in his honour.
On the occasion of Birth Centenary Year of Homi Bhabha, India issued this 10 rupees commemorative coin on 29
September, 2009. On this occasion another coin in the denomination of 100 rupees, was also issued as proof / UNC.
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Specifications
Year of issue 2009
Weight 7.71 gms
Metal composition Bi-Metallic
- Outer Ring (Aluminium Bronze) (Copper 92% , Zinc - 6%, Nickel - 2%)
- Centre Piece (Cupro Nickel) (Copper - 75% , Nickel - 25%)
Shape Circular
Diameter 27 mm
Edge Plain
Obv -- The legend "Satyameva Jayate" appears below the Lion capital.
Rev The reverse of this coin shows the image of "HOMI BHABHA" with inscription "Homi Bhabha Janma Satabdi Barsh "
in Hindi, on the left periphery and in English "HOMI BHABHA BIRTH CENTENARY YEAR" on the right periphery and the
Years "2008-2009" below portrait of Homi Bhabha at the bottom.
Km No - # 372
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Note: Though Bhabha was born on 30th October,1909 and his centenary year is 2009, the years on the coin reads 20082009 !!
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Details are the same as that of the 2 rupees RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PLATINUM JUBILEE COMMEMORATION issue.
Specifications
Year of issue 2010
Rev Same as that of the 2 rupees RESERVE BANK OF INDIA PLATINUM JUBILEE coin.
Minted at Noida
Km No - # 388
2012 - 60 YEARS OF THE PARLIAMENT OF INDIA (1952 - 2012 ) COMMEMORATION:
On the event of 60th Anniversary of functioning of Indian Parliament, India has issued a 10 rupees
commemorative coin on 13th May 12. The other coin issued in the denomination of 5 rupees is also issued on
this occassion.
Specifications
Year of issue 2012
Rev The face of the coin bears the image of the Parliament House in the Centre, with inscription
"Bharat ki Sansad ke 60 Varsh" in Devnagri script on the upper periphery and "60 years of the
Parliament of India" in English on the lower periphery. The year "1952-2012" is inscribed above
the image of the Parliament House.
Km No - # NA
14.) THE MULE COINS OF REPUBLIC INDIA

WHAT ARE MULE COINS AND HOW THESE ARE PRODUCED:
The coins, which have the obverse die of one coin and reverse die of another, are known as Mule Coins. Mules
are produced when two or more different (face) coins of same denomination are being produced almost
concurrently by a mint. By mistake / negligence of the mint staff, one of the dies; which was intended for some
other issue, is wrongly mated on a coin punching press. Mules are sometimes accidentally produced at the time
of re-striking coins of earlier periods. Unless the obverse and reverse dies are correctly paired at the time of restrike, the coins struck may have the wrong obverse or reverse.
i)
1978 Food & Shelter for All - 5 Paisa: Mule Issue Of Mumbai Mint:
FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL 5 paisa - normal issue:
This development oriented coin on the theme FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL was issued in India for general circulation
on 16th August, 1978. On the obverse of this normal 5 P coin, the Lion Capital is smaller in size and the lettering INDIA in
English and Bharat in Hindi are in circular line of alignment with the top of the Lion Capital.
FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL - NORMAL ISSUE

The Happy Child Nations Pride 5 paisa - normal issue:
UNO proclaimed the year 1979 as the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD. The slogan adopted by India for
the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD is HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE. To commemorate this
occasion India issued this coin for general circulation on 5th March, 1979.
On the obverse of this normal 5 P coin, the Lion Capital is bigger in size and and the top of the Lion Capital is raised above
the circular line of alignment of lettering INDIA in English and Bharat in Hindi.
HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE - NORMAL ISSUE
Food & shelter for all 5 paisa - mule issue :

In this mule coin, the obverse die of HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE 5 Paisa coin was wrongly paired with the reverse
die of FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL 5 Paisa coin.
FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL - MULE ISSUE

Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM # 21; 1978 5P Food &

Shelter for All
KM# 22; 1979 5P Happy

Child Nations Pride
Not mentioned in Krause; Reverse

of A + Obverse of B
1) 1979 Happy Child Nation's Pride - 10 Paisa: Mule Issue Of Mumbai Mint:
The Happy Child Nations Pride 10 Paise - normal issue:
The year 1979 was proclaimed by UNESCO as the INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE CHILD. To
commemorate this occasion India issued in denomination 5P, 10P, 10Rs and 50Rs on 5th March, 1979, on the
theme HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE. On the normal 10P coin, the lettering INDIA on the obverse is
smaller and the top of the Lion Capital is raised above the circular line of alignment.
10 Paise , Happy Child - Normal coin
Food & shelter for all 10 Paise - normal issue :

Similarly, a development oriented series (in denomination 5P, 10P, 10Rs and 50Rs) on the theme FOOD &
SHELTER FOR ALL was issued in India on 16th August, 1978. On 10P coin, the lettering INDIA on the
obverse is larger and is in circular line of alignment with the top of the Lion Capital.
10 Paise , Food & Shelter - Normal coin

The Happy Child Nations Pride 10 Paise - mule issue:
In this mule coin the obverse die of FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL 10 Paise coin was wrongly paired
with the reverse die of HAPPY CHILD - NATION'S PRIDE 10 Paise coin.
10 Paise , Happy Child - mule coin

Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM # 33; 1979 10P Happy Child Nations

Pride
KM# 32; 1978 10P Food &

Shelter for All
KM# 34; Reverse of A +

Obverse of B
2) 1984 INDIRA GANDHI - 50 Paisa Mule And FISHERIES 50 Paisa Mule Issues Of Kolkata Mint:
The Indira Gandhi 50 Paise - normal issue:
To pay homage to late Prime Minister Mrs Indira Gandhi, India issued commemorative coins of 50P, 5Rs, 20Rs
and 100Rs on birthday on 19th November, 1985. On the normal Indira Gandhi, 50P coins, a dotted circle is
present on both the obverse and reverse sides.
50 Paise , Indira - Normal coin

The Fisheries 50 Paisa - normal issue:
To highlight the need to increase catches of fish to supplement the diets of millions of people in the country,
coins of 50P, 20Rs and 100Rs were issued on 16th October, 1986 the 6th World Food Day. On the normal
Fisheries, 50P coins, no dotted circle is present on either sides of the coin.
50 Paise , Fisheries - Normal coin

a) 1984 Indira Gandhi 50 Paisa - mule issue:
In this mule coin the obverse side does not show a dotted circle, which is found on the obverse of the normal
coin.
50 Paise , Indira - Mule coin

Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM # 67.1; 1985 150P Indira Gandhi
KM# 68.1; 1986 50P Fisheries
KM# 67.2; Reverse of

A + Obverse of B
b) 1986 FISHERIES - 50 Paisa: Mule issue:

In this mule coin the obverse side shows a dotted circle, which is not found on the obverse of the normal coin..
Please see the photo of the normal Fisheries coin posted above.
50 Paise , Fisheries - Mule coin

Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM# 68.1; 1986 50P

Fisheries
KM # 67.1; 1985 150P Indira

Gandhi
KM# 68.2; Reverse of

A + Obverse of B
How these mules were produced:

By mistake, on some day in the year 1986, when both Indira Gandhi, 50 p coin and the Fisheries, 50p coin were
simultaneously being minted at Kolkata mint, the obverse die of Indira Gandhi, 50 p coin, was interchanged with
the obverse die of Fisheries, 50p coin, and this resulted these two mule coins.
3) Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR - 1 Re : MULE ISSUE OF Mumbai Mint

Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR - 1 Re - Normal Issue
In commemoration of the birth centenary of Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR, India issued a 1 Re coin in 1990. We find a dotted
circle along the periphery of both obverse and reverse sides of this coin.
ICDS -1990 - Normal issue

This coin was issued in 1990, in commemoration of 15 years of establishment of this organisation. Both the obverse
and reverse sides of this coin shows no dotted circle along its periphery.
Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR - 1 Re - Mule Issue

This mule coin was issued by Mumbai mint. In place of its normal obverse having the dotted circle, the obverse of ICDS
commemorative was used, which shows no dotted circle.
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM # 85 1990 1Re
ICDS
Reverse of A + Obverse of
B.
Base Coin (A)

KM# 86; 1990 1Re
Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR
Acknowledgement:
Personally I do not have this mule coin in my collection. The photo of the mule coin shown in this post
was collected by my friend, Mr. Ashish Parui. He has been kind enough to send me the photo of this
mule coin to be posted in this blog. Many many thanks for his kindness.
4) 1995 - 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNITED NATIONS COMMEMORATION - MULE ISSUE OF MUMBAI

MINT:
UN - 50th Anniversary Commemoration 5 rupees - normal issue:
United Nations was established on 24th October, 1945 at Lake Success (New York). India has been a member
of this august body since its inception.
In commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of UN, India issued this 5 rupees coin on 26th
June, 1995, for general circulation. The lion on its obverse, is a slim lion.
5 Rupees - United Nations - Normal coin
I.L.O. - 75th Anniversary Commemoration 5 rupees - normal issue:

The International Labour Organization ILO) was established in 1919 with its headquarters
at Geneva(Switzerland). India is one of the founding-member of the I.L.O.
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the I.L.O. India issued a 5 rupees coin on 27th
October,1994. The lion on the obv of this coin was also a slim lion.
ILO Slim lion on Obv - Normal Variety

I.L.O. - 75th Anniversary Commemoration 5 rupees - normal Die variety issue:
But recently, I came to know that this ILO 5 rupees coin, also has a die variety on its obverse side. On this die
variety, the lion on the obverse, is a fat lion.
ILO Fat lion on Obv - Die Variety

The 50th Anniversary of UN 5 rupees: - mule issue:
In this mule coin the obverse die of ILO 5 Rupees die variety coin was wrongly paired with the reverse die of
UN 5 rupees coin, hence a Mule.
UN Fat lion on Obv - MULE

Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM # 156; 1995 5 Rs UN
50th Anniversary
KM# 155; 1994 5 Rs ILO 75th

Anniversary
Reverse of A + Obverse of B
Note:
As I was ignorant about the Fat lion issue of ILO 5 rs coin, I thought this fat lion issue of UN 5 rs coin to be a die
variety in UN issue. But when I came to know the existence of Fat lion issue of ILO 5 rs coin, I thought that the
fat lion issue of UN 5 Rs, must be a mule one.
5) 2004 DADABHAI NAOROJI - 5 Rs: Mule issue of Kolkata mint:
The Dada Bhai Naoroji 5 rupees (CN) - normal issue:
In commemoration of Dadabhai Naroji, India issued this 5 rupees commemorative coin on 2nd October, 2003. It
was issued from Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad mints. The obverse side of this coin has a tooth/flower design
along its periphery.
5 Rupees , Dada Bhai - Normal coin

The Dada Bhai Naoroji 5 rupees (CN) - mule issue:
This mule coin was issued from Kolkata mint. Its observe side does not have any tooth/flower design along its
periphery. The diameter of the coin field (distance between rims on the opposite side) is 21 mms. The value of
this coin, shown by a stylized international numeral 5 below the lion capital, has a shorter gap in the bottom
swing of the 5.
5 Rupees , Dada Bhai - Mule coin

How this mule coin might have been produced (A hypothesis):
As this mule coin was minted from Kolkata mint, by wrongly using the obverse die of a 5
rupees commemorative coin; that commemorative coin must have the following specialties:
It must have been issued from Kolkata mint

Its obverse should have no tooth/flower design along the periphery
Its coin field should have been 21 mms.
The value of this coin, shown by a stylized international numeral 5 below the lion capital, should have
a shorter gap in the bottom swing of the 5.
Its obverse design should be exactly same to the obverse design of the Dadabhai mule coin
It should have been issued in a year, adjacent to 2003, the issue year of Dadabhai coin.
The Lalbahadur Shastri commemorative coin - 2004 qualifies in all the above points.
The normal Lalbahadur Shastri, 5 rupees (CN) issue:
At the conclusion of Lal Bahadur Shastri birth centenary celebrations, India issued this 5 rupees coin
th
on 4 october, 2005. So I think that, by mistake, on some day in the year 2004 , when both the 5 rupees
Dadabhai and Shastri coins were being minted at Kolkata mint, the obverse die of 5 rupees Shastri (CN) coin,
was wrongly used in place of the normal obverse die of 5 rupees Dadabhai coin, and this resulted this
Dadabhai, 5 rupees mule coin.
5 Rupees CN, Shastri - Normal coin
6)
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM# 308; 2003 5Rs

Dadabhai Naroji
KM # 336 2004 5Rs Lal

Bahadur Shastri
B. Not listed in Krause.
2005 DANDI MARCH, 5 Rs (FSS) mule issue of Mumbai mint:

The Dandi March, 5 rupees (FSS) - normal issue:
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the Dandi March, India issued coins of Rs 5 & Rs 100 on 2 nd
October, 2005. It was issued from Mumbai mint only. In the normal FSS, 5 Rs coin, the diameter of the coin
field (distance between rims on the opposite side) is 22 mms. The value of this coin, shown by a stylized
international numeral 5 below the lion capital, has a longer gap in the bottom swing of the numeral 5. The gap
between the bottom of lion pedestal and Hindi word Satyamev Jayte appears to be more.
5 Rupees FSS, Dandi March - Normal coin
The Dandi March, 5 rupees (FSS) - mule issue:

In this mule coin, the diameter of the coin field is 21 mms. The value of this coin, shown by a stylized
international numeral 5 below the lion capital, has a shorter gap in the bottom swing of the 5. Tail of 5 is thick.
The gap between the bottom of lion pedestal and Hindi word Satyamev Jayte appears to be less.
5 Rupees FSS, Dandi March - Mule coin

How these mules might have been produced ( A hypothesis):
2002 Mahavir (Mumbai) and 2004 LalBahadur Shastri (Kolkata) were issued in the same period with a coin field
of 21 mms and their designs are same as Dandi march mule. Possibility of Shastri is being ruled out since it
was not produced by Mumbai Mint. Some earlier 5Rs coins of 1994-96 like ILO, FAO, Tamil Conference, UN,
Crop Science Congress and Mothers Health is Childs Health also matched the criteria but these were ignored
since dies may have deteriorated in a decade. From above, it is clear that Mahavir Obverse was used to make
Dandi Mule. However readers are encouraged to suggest alternate theory.
The normal Bhagwan Mahavir, 5 rupees (CN) issue:
On the occasion of 2600th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Mahavir, this 5 rupees coin was issued on
the on 25th April, 2002.
5 Rupees , Mahaveer - Normal coin
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM# 325; 2005 5Rs 75 Years of

Dandi March (FSS)
KM # 304 2001 5Rs 2600

Anniversary of Bhagwan Mahavir
Important Note regarding Dandi March Mules:
In the UNC sets, Proof Sets and some circulation coins, the Dandi March 5 Rs coin was in CuproNickel. Most of the circulated coins were issued in FSS. In the Cu-Ni coins, the obverse side also
have tooth/flower design in the periphery; which is absent in FSS coins. For our discussion, we are
not taking it under Mule as the metal is different.
7) 2005 BASAVESWAR, 5 Rs(FSS) - mule issues of Mumbai mint:

The Basaveswar, 5 rupees (FSS) - normal issue:
rd
In commemoration of Basaveshwara, India issued Rs 5 & Rs 100 coins , on 23 June, 2006. It was issued
from Mumbai mint only. In this coin the diameter of the coin field is 22 mms. The value of this coin, shown by a
stylized international numeral 5 below the lion capital, has a longer gap in the bottom swing of the 5. The gap
between the bottom of lion pedestal and Hindi word Satyamev Jayte appears to be more.
5 Rupees FSS, Basaveshwara - Normal coin

The Basaveswar, 5 rupees (FSS) - mule issue:
In this mule coin, the diameter of the coin field is 21 mms. The value of this coin, shown by a stylized
international numeral 5 below the lion capital, has a shorter gap in the bottom swing of the 5. Tail of 5 is thick.
The gap between the bottom of lion pedestal and Hindi word Satyamev Jayte appears to be less.
5 Rupees FSS, Basaveshwara - Mule coin

How these mules might have been produced ( A hypothesis):
As explained in the case of Dandi March mule, the Basaveshwara Mule was also produced by wrongly using
Mahavir Obverse die.
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
KM# 324; 2006 5Rs

Mahatma Basashewara
(FSS)
KM # 304 2001 5Rs

2600 Anniversary of
Bhagwan Mahavir
Reverse of A + Obverse
of B. Not listed in
Krause.
My readers are encouraged to intimate me about any other suitable explanations, proposed by them,
explaining the occurrence of these mule coins.
Important Note regarding Basashewara Mules

In the UNC sets, Proof Sets and some circulation coins, the Basaveswara 5 Rs coin was in Cupro-Nickel. Most
of the circulating coins were issued in FSS. In the Cu-Ni coins, the obverse side also have tooth/flower design in
the periphery; which is absent in FSS coins. For our discussion, we are not taking it under Mule as the metal is
different.
5 Rupees, Basaveshwara - Cupro - Nickel coin

Acknowledgement:
Many thanks to Dr. PV Bharat for sending this mule coin for my collection.
8) JAGATH GURU SREE NARAYANA GURUDEV, 5Rs CN - mule issue:
Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev, 5 Rupees CN - Normal Issue:
In commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev, India issued this 5
rupees coin in September, 2006. This coin was minted from Mumbai mint and it has a dotted circle on both its
Obverse and Reverse sides.
5 Rupees, Narayana Guru - Normal coin

JAGATH GURU SREE NARAYANA GURUDEV, 5 rupees FSS - Mule issue:
This mule coin has no dotted circle on its obverse side. Its obverse shows a tooth / flower design at its
periphery.
5 Rupees, Narayana Guru - Mule coin
How these mule coin might have been produced ( A hypothesis):

The design on the obverse of this mule coin is identical in all respects with the obverse of the 5 rupees Cupronickel coin of Basaveswara, or Dandi March. The photographs of all two have been provided earlier. Some day
while the minting of 5 rupees CN Narayan Guru coin was going on, wrongly the obverse die of the 5 rupees
Cupro-nickel Basaveswar / Dandi March coin was paired with reverse die of 5 rupees Narayan Guru coin and
this resulted this mule coin.
Basaveshwara Cupro-nickel coin
9)
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
5Rs Jagat Guru Narayan

Guru (CN)
5Rs Basaveswar CN/

Dandi March CN
of B. Not listed in Krause.
2005 CROSS 2Rs Mule Coin of Kolkata mint:

The normal 2 rupees cross coin of 2005, issued from Kolkata mint:
This coin was issued in the year 2005, in the theme Unity In Diversity popularly called as Cross Coins. Its
obverse shows, the value "2", which measures 9mm in height and smaller in size. The date is displayed in
bigger numerals. Its reverse shows, a "double plus" symbol which, measures 18 mm in length.
2005, 2 Rupees Cross - Normal coin
The 2 rupees cross coin of 2007, normal issue from Kolkata mint:
This coin was issued in the year 2007 from Kolkata mint, in the theme Unity In Diversity. Its obverse shows,
the value "2", which measures10 mm in height and bigger in size. The date is displayed in smaller numerals.
Its reverse shows, a "double plus" symbol which, measures 20 mm in length.
2007, 2 Rupees Cross - Normal coin

The 2 rupees cross coin of 2005, mule issue from Kolkata mint:
This mule coin is with the obverse of 2005 cross coin and reverse of 2007 cross coin.
2005, 2 Rupees Cross - Mule coin
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
2Rs Cross of 2005:

Large date + small cross
2Rs Cross of 2007: Small

date + Large cross
Obverse of A + Reverse of B. Not

listed in Krause.
10) 2007 CROSS 2Rs mule coins of Kolkata mint:

The 2 rupees cross coin of 2007, mule issue from Kolkata mint:
This mule coin is with the obverse of 2007 cross coin and reverse of 2005 cross coin.
2007, 2 Rupees Cross - Mule coin

How these mules were produced:
By mistake, on some day in the year 2007, when both 2005, 2 rupees cross coin and the 2007, 2 rupees cross
coin were simultaneously being minted at Kolkata mint, the obverse die of the 2 rupees cross, 2005 coin, was
interchanged with the obverse die of 2 rupees cross, 2007 coin, and this resulted these two mule coins
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
2Rs Cross of 2007:

Small date + Large
cross
2Rs Cross of 2005:

Large date + small
cross
Obverse of A +
Reverse of B. Not
listed in Krause.
11 ) 2006, 5 Rs SBI - mule issue of Kolkata mint:

Proof issue:
Friends, to commemorate the Bi-centenary of SBI, a proof set issued consisting of a 5rs coin and a 100 rs coin. The 5 rs
proof coin was issued in Cupro-Nickel alloy from Kolkata mint. The lion on this proof 5 rs coin was a thin one and the
floral design placed on both sides of the SBI emblem had 2 leafs, the tip of the lower leaf pointing inwards where as the
tip of the upper leaf pointing outwards.
Issue for general circulation:

On the same occasion, a 5 rupees FSS coin was also issued for general circulation from Kolkata and Hyderabad mints. The
lion on this 5 rs FSS coin was a fat one and the floral design placed on both sides of the SBI emblem had 2 leafs, the tip of
both the lower leaf and the upper leaf, pointing inwards.
Mule issue:
Due to negligence or some other unknown causes, some specimens of FSS issue from Kolkata mint are found to be
minted using the proof die, originally prepared to mint the proof coins, thus producing this mule coin.
Please mark the difference in obverse lions, the SBI emblem size and the floral designs on the normal coin and the mule
coin.
12 ) 2007, 5 Rs Tilakji - mule issue of Mumbai mint:

In the year 2007, this coin was issued in commemoration of the 150th birth anniversary of Lokamanya Bal Gangadhar
Tilak. This coin was shortly withdrawn from circulation due to public protest, as it had inscription of Tilak ji in Hindi on
this coin. This is a rare coin of republic India.
2007, 5 Rs Tilakji coin Normal Issue:
The obverse side of this coin is found with a tooth(flower) border.
2007, 5 Rs Tilakji coin Mule Issue:
The obverse side of this coin is found without a tooth(flower) border.
Note: I personally do not have this mule coin in my collection. This coin is collected by Siddharth NS of Mumbai. Many
thanks for his kindness to allow me use his photo in this blog.
13) 2008 5 Rs IT and Connectivity - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
5 rupees Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme IT and Connectivity) - normal issue:
This 5 rupees steel coin (Theme IT and Connectivity)(Design - Waves) was issued in 2007 and 2008. The
reverse of this coin shows waves design and the value of this coin. The obverse side of this coin contains Lion
Capitol & year. Coin Diameter 23 mm; Diameter of the coin field 22 mm; Distance between two horizontal
lines 12 mm; Height of the Lion Capital Bigger, 7.5 mm; Font size of the date - Bigger
5 Rupees IT - Normal coin
50 Paise Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme Nritya Mudra) - normal issue:
This 50 Paisa steel coin (Theme Nritya Mudra)(Design Clenched Fist) was issued from 2008. The reverse of
this coin shows a clenched fist design and the value of this coin. The obverse has Lion Capital & year. Coin
Diameter 22 mm; Diameter of the coin field 20.5 mm; Distance between two horizontal lines 11 mm;
Height of the Lion Capital smaller, 6.5 mm; Font size of the date - smaller
50 Paise Nritya Mudra - Normal coin

5 rupees Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme IT and Connectivity) - mule issue:
This coin is a mule coin having obverse of 50 Paisa coin (Theme Nritya Mudra), and reverse of 5 rupees coin
(Theme IT and Connectivity). Please mark that the use of smaller obverse die of 50 Paisa steel coin has
created an unusual wider rim on the obverse side of this mule coin.
5 Rupees IT - Mule coin
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
5Rs 2008 IT & Connectivity. Large

lion capital + large distance between
parallel lines.
50P 2008 Nritya Mudra. Small

lion capital + small distance
between parallel lines
of B. Not listed in
Krause.
14)
2008, 2 Rs Natya Mudra - mule issue of Noida mint:
2008, 2 Rs Regular FSS coin, (Natya Mudra) - normal issue:

This 2 rupees steel coin (Theme Natya Mudra) (Design Two pointing fingers) was issued in India in 2008.
The reverse side of this coin shows two pointing fingers and the value of this coin. The obverse side of this coin
shows the Lion Capitol and Satyameva Jayate in Hindi, between 2 parallel lines, the name of the country
Bharat in Hindi and INDIA in English at the top, in a straight line and year of issue 2008 at the bottom, also
in a straight line.
2 Rupees Natya - Normal coin

2008, 10 Rs Regular Bi - Metal coin, (IT and Connectivity) - normal issue:
This 10 rupees Bi - Metal coin (Theme IT and Connectivity) (Design 15 radiating patterns) was issued in
India in 2008. The reverse of this coin shows 10 in International numerals showing the value of this coin, with
15 radiating patterns above 10 and RUPEES in English and Hindi at the lower periphery. The obverse side of
this coin shows Lion Capitol and Satyameva Jayate in Hindi just below it, within 2 parallel lines, the name of
the country INDIA both in English and Hindi, appear in a curved line in the top periphery and year of issue
2008 also in a curved line in the bottom periphery.
10 Rupees IT and Connectivity - Normal coin

2008, 2 Rs Regular FSS coin, (Natya Mudra) - Mule issue:
This coin is a mule coin having obverse of 10 Rs, Bi - Metal coin (Theme IT and Connectivity), and reverse of 2
rupees coin (Theme Natya Mudra). Please mark that the use of obverse die of 10 rs IT and Connectivity coin
has shown the name of the country and the year of issue in a curved fashion which is not found on the normal
issue.
2 Rupees Natya - Mule coin

Base Coin (A)
2 Rs 2008 Natya Mudra. INDIA and
Bharat in straight line + 2008 in
straight line and in smaller fonts.
Piggyback Coin (B)

10 Rs 2008 IT and Connectivity. INDIA
and Bharat in curved line + 2008 in
curved line and in larger fonts.
Mule Produced
A very rare Mule
15)
2008, 1 Re Natya Mudra - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
1 rupee Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme Natya Mudra) - normal issue:
This 1 rupee steel coin (Theme Natya Mudra)(Design A hand with a Pointing fore finger) was issued by
Kolkata mint in 2008. The reverse of this coin shows a hand with a Pointing fore finger and the value of this
coin. The obverse side of this coin contains INDIA and Bharat on the top, Lion Capital in the middle & year
of issue on the bottom. Coin Diameter 25 mm; Diameter of the coin field 23 mm; Distance between two
horizontal lines on obverse 13 mm; Height of the Lion Capital Bigger, 8.5 mm; Font size of the date Thinner
1 Rupee 2008, Kolkata Normal coin

5 rupees Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme IT and Connectivity) - normal issue:
This 5 rupees steel coin (Theme IT and Connectivity)(Design - Waves) was issued in 2008. The reverse of this
coin shows waves design and the value of this coin. The obverse side of this coin contains INDIA and Bharat
on the top, Lion Capital in the middle & year of issue on the bottom, similar to the design on 1 rupee Natya
Mudra coin . Coin Diameter 23 mm; Diameter of the coin field 22 mm; Distance between two horizontal
lines on the obverse 12 mm; Height of the Lion Capital Smaller, 7.5 mm; Font size of the date - Thicker
5 Rupees IT - Normal coin

1 rupee Regular FSS coin, 2008 (Theme Natya Mudra) - mule issue:
This coin is a mule coin having obverse of 5 Rupees coin (Theme IT and Connectivity)(Design - Waves) and
reverse of 1 rupee coin (Theme Nritya Mudra), (Design Pointing fore finger). Please mark that the use of
smaller obverse die of 5 Rupees steel wave coin (coin field diameter = 22 mm) on the 1 Rupee Planchet (
Diameter = 25 mm) has created an unusual wider rim on the obverse side of this mule coin.
1 Rupee 2008, Kolkata Mule coin

Base Coin (A)
1Re 2008 Natya Mudra.
Large lion capital + large
distance between parallel
lines.
Piggyback Coin (B)

5Rs 2008 IT &
Connectivity. Small lion
capital + less distance
between parallel lines.
Mule Produced
of B. Not listed in
Krause.
16) 2010, 5 Rs Mother Teresa Comm - mule issue of Hyderabad mint:

2010, 5 Rs Mother Teresa Commemorative - normal issue:
In commemoration of the Birth Centenary celebrations of Mother Teresa, India issued this 5 rupees NickelBrass coin on 28th August, 2010, for general circulation. This 5 rupees Nickel- Brass coin was minted at all the
4 Indian mints. The reverse of this coin shows the image of Mother Teresa.
The obverse of this coin shows the usual - Name of the country (India) in English and Hindi, its denomination
and the Ashokan Lion. The Ashokan lion, on this coin, is a fat lion.
5 Rupees , Mother Teresa - Normal coin

2010, 5 Rs Mother Teresa Commemorative - Mule issue:
Though the obverse side of this coin, issued from all 4 mints, has a fat Ashokan Lion, the mule coin issued from
Hyderabad has a thin Ashokan lion.
5 Rupees , Mother Teresa - Mule coin
Base Coin (A)

5Rs 2010 Mother Teresa
Piggyback Coin (B)

5rs 60 yrs of Common wealth /
Perarignar Anna / Sister Alphonsa
Mule Produced
B.
17) 2010, 5 Rs Brihadeeswarar Temple Commemorative - mule issue of Mumbai mint:

2010, 5 Rs Brihadeeswarar Temple Commemorative - normal issue:
In commemoration of 1000 years of establishment of BRIHADEESWARAR TEMPLE, India issued Rs 5
th
coin on 26 September, 2010. This coin was minted at all the 4 Indian mints. The reverse of this coin shows
the image of this temple in the background and an image of Raja Raja Chola I (who built the temple) in the fore
ground.
The obverse of this coin shows the usual - Name of the country (India) in English and Hindi, its
denomination and the Ashokan Lion. The Ashokan lion, on this coin, is a fat lion.
5 Rupees , Temple - Normal coin

2010, BRIHADEESWARAR TEMPLE, 5 Rs(Nickel-Brass) - Mule issues of Mumbai mint:
The obverse of this coin shows a thin Ashokan Lion.
5 Rupees , Temple - Mule coin
Base Coin (A)

5Rs 2010 Brihadeeswarar Temple
,Tanjavur
Piggyback Coin (B)

5rs 60 yrs of Common wealth /
Perarignar Anna / Sister Alphonsa
Mule Produced
B.
18) 2010, 5 Rs C. SUBRAMANIAM mule issue of Mumbai mint:
The C. Subramaniam , 5 rs commemorative , normal issue:

In the year 2010, India issued this 5 rupees coin in commemoration of birth centenary of C. Subramaniam.
Please look at the value "5" on the obverse side of this coin. Its a normal "5".
The RBI, Platnum Jubilee, 5 rs commemorative, Normal issue:

In the year 2010, India issued this 5 rupees coin in commemoration of Platinum Jubilee of establishment of RBI. Please
look at the value 5 on its obverse side of this coin. Its a stylized 5
The C. Subramaniam , 5 rs commemorative , mule issue

This mule coin is found in many C. Subramaniam UNC sets, issued to collectors, from Mumbai mint. The obverse die of
the 5 Rs Platinum Jubilee of RBI has been used in place of normal obverse die of C. Subramaniam.
Piggyback Coin (B)

Base Coin (A)
2010 5Rs C. Subramaniam
2010 5Rs Platinum

Jubilee of RBI
Mule Produced
19)
2011, 5 Rs R symbol - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
5 rupees Regular Nickel-Brass, 2011 (Theme New R symbol) - normal issue:

This 5 rupees Nickel-Brass coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), was issued in 2011. The reverse of
this coin shows New R symbol at the top, the value of this coin at the center, year of issue at the bottom and 2
Flower designs at the left and right periphery. The obverse side of this coin shows Lion Capital with
Satyameva Jayate in Hindi, just below it and Bharat in Hindi on the left and INDIA In English on the right
periphery. The fur lines of the lion on the right side, extend from top left to right down wards. Coin Diameter
23 mm; Diameter of the coin field 21.5 mm; Height of the Lion Capital Bigger, 13.5 mm;
2011 - 5 Rupees R symbol - Normal coin
1 rupee Regular FSS, 2011 (Theme New R symbol) - normal issue:

This 1 rupee FSS coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), was issued in 2011. The reverse of this coin
shows New R symbol at the top, the value of this coin at the center, year of issue at the bottom and 2 Flower
designs at the left and right periphery. The obverse side of this coin shows Lion Capital with Satyameva
Jayate in Hindi, just below it, Bharat in Hindi on the left and INDIA In English on the right periphery. The fur
lines of the lion on the right side, extend from top to down wards. Coin Diameter 22 mm; Diameter of the
coin field 21 mm; Height of the Lion Capital Smaller, 13 mm;
2011 - 1 Rupee R symbol - Normal coin

5 rupees Regular Nickel-Brass, 2011 (Theme New R symbol) - (Design - Flowers) - Mule issue:
This coin is a mule coin having obverse of 1 rupee FSS coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), and
reverse of 5 rupees Nickel-Brass coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers).
2011 - 5 Rupees R symbol - Mule coin
Base Coin (A)

5Rs 2011. New R symbol. Larger lion
capital
Piggyback Coin
Mule Produced
(B)
1 Re 2011. New
Reverse of A + Obverse of B. Not listed in
R symbol. Smaller Krause.
lion capital
Acknowledgement :
I am very much thankful to my friend Md.Tanwer Alam of Howrah, as he was kind enough to gift me this mule
coin for my collection.
Note:
The 2011, 5 rupees 'R' symbol issue of Mumbai mint is also reported to have a Mule issue. I'll post its image as
soon as I get it for my collection.
20)
2012, 5 Rs R symbol - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
The same error occurred in 2012 also, as it occurred in 2011. This mule coin has the obverse of 1 rupee FSS
coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), and reverse of 5 rupees Nickel-Brass coin (Theme New R
symbol) (Design - Flowers).
Base Coin (A)
Piggyback Coin (B)
Mule Produced
5Rs 2012. New R symbol.
1 Re 2012. New R symbol.
Reverse of A + Obverse of B.
Larger lion capital
Smaller lion capital
Not listed in Krause.
21)
2010, 5 Rs CWG - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
5 rupees Regular Nickel-Brass, 2011 (Theme New R symbol) - normal issue:
This 5 rupees Nickel-Brass coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), was issued in 2011. The reverse of
this coin shows New R symbol at the top, the value of this coin at the center, year of issue at the bottom and 2
Flower designs at the left and right periphery. The obverse side of this coin shows Lion Capital with
Satyameva Jayate in Hindi, just below it and Bharat in Hindi on the left and INDIA In English on the right
periphery.
5 rupees CWG Commemorative, 2011 - normal issue:
The reverse of this coin shows the logo of Common Wealth Games 2010 at the centre, with the words
''XIX Commonwealth Games, 2010 - Delhi" in English on the right periphery and 19 Wan Rashtramandal
Khel, Delhi 2010 in Hindi on the left upper periphery . Date of the event (3-14 October 2010) is also
mentioned below the logo in international numerals and English.
The central portion of the obverse of this coin shows the Ashokan lion at the top with Satyameva Jayate just
below it and denomination of this coin 5 in international numeral at the bottom. INDIA and RUPEES are
shown in English on the right periphery and Bharat and Rupaye in Hindi are shown on the left periphery.
5 rupees CWG Commemorative, 2010- Mule issue:
This coin is a mule coin having obverse of 5 rupees Nickel-Brass coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design Flowers), and reverse of 5 rupees CWG Commemorative coin, 2010. The specialty of this mule coin is, no
denominational value appears on this coin.
Base Coin (A)

2010, 5Rs Common
Wealth Games (NickelBrass)
22)
Piggyback Coin (B)

2011, 5Rs Regular R
symbol coin
Mule Produced
2010, 5 Rs Rabindranath Tagore - mule issue of Kolkata mint:
The same error occurred in R N Tagore, 5 rs issue also, as it occurred in issue of CWG, 5 rs coin. This mule coin
has the obverse of 5 rupees Nickel-Brass regular coin (Theme New R symbol) (Design - Flowers), and
reverse of 5 rupees Tagore Commemorative coin, 2010. The specialty of this mule coin is, no denominational
value appears on this coin.
R N Tagore Normal issue:
R N Tagore Mule issue (Without denomination):
Photograph taken from collection of Mr. Soumik Chowdhury, Kolkata .
Base Coin (A)

2010, 5Rs Rabindranath
Tagore(Nickel-Brass)
Piggyback Coin (B)

2010, 5Rs Regular R symbol
coin
Mule Produced
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Acknowledgement:
I have taken the help of the following web-site for preparation of this page.
i) http://www.bakercoins.net/learn/error.ed/index.html
ii) http://littlemistakes.com/WorldErrors/misstrikes/misstrikes.html
Made By:-
B. K. Kar
Birthday - July 13, 1949
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THE QUICKEST CIRCULATING COIN OF INDIA

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1.) THE QUICKEST CIRCULATING COIN OF INDIA

Details about this coin:

Details about this coin:

2.) METAMORPHOSIS OF 1 RUPEE COINS OF INDIA, 1835 TO 2011

Obv - Head of William IV with the legend WILLIAM IIII KING

1840 - 1861, (Second issue) (Queen Victoria Divided Legend)

Obv - Crowned bust of Victoria Empress with

Pure Nickel Rupee:

Year of issue 1947

Years of issue 1950, 1954

Years of issue 1962, 1970

1975-1982 (Big size rupee)

Years of issue 1975 to 1982

Years of issue 1983 to 1991

Years of issue 1992 to 2004

2004 2006 (Theme - Unity in diversity) (cross)

Years of issue 2004 to 2006

Years of issue 2007 to 2011

3.) REGULAR ANNA/ PICE SERIES COINS OF REPUBLIC OF INDIA

5.) DECIMAL 1, 2, 5, 10 RUPEES REGULAR

b) 1 rupee (Bigger size, Copper Nickel)

Obv - Die - I (Small lion)

Obv - Die - II (Big lion)

c) 1 rupee (Smaller size, Copper Nickel)

d) 1 rupee ( Ferritic Stainless Steel)

f) 1 rupee (Theme Ntritya Mudra) (Design - One finger)

Decimal 2 Rupees Regular issue

c) 2 rupees (Design - Cross, Theme Unity in Diversity)

Decimal 5 Rupees Regular Issue

Obverse Die I The obverse is with a fat bigger lion.

Reverse Die I The reverse date is with a short 1.

d) 5 rupees ( Nickel Brass Issue, Design same as 5 rs Cupro Nickel coin)

Decimal 10 Rupees Regular Issue

c) 10 rupees (Theme New Rupee Symbol, Design - Radiating pattern)

6.) REGULAR CROSS COINS, ISSUED IN INDIA

ii) Issue of 2005:

Minor Die-Variations in issue of 2005:

b) 1 Rupee of 2005 ( Hyderabad Mint) : (Different 5 in the year of issue)

iii) Issue of 2006:

The 2 rupees Cross coin:

b) 2 Rupees of 2006 ( Hyderabad Mint) : (Different 6 in the year of issue)

iii) Issue of 2007:

Obverse Die I (Value 2 Smaller and date in bigger numerals)

Reverse Die I (Smaller Cross)

Issue of Mumbai and Hyderabad mint in 2007:

Obv: Die-I (Smaller 2)

Rev: Die-I (Smaller cross)

The Mule coin of 2005:

Obv: Die-I (Smaller 2)

Obv: Die-II (Bigger 2)

Rev: Die-II (Bigger cross)

The Mule coin of 2007:

Obv: Die-II (Bigger 2)

Rev: Die-I (Smaller cross)

ii) Issue of 2006: