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Obverse: Ashoka Lion Capital with government of India emblem
VERY RAREChoice UNCUnique Specimen In Vault
1950 Republic of India First Coinage Complete 7-Coin Proof-Like Specimen Set — Bombay Mint (1 Rupee to 1 Pice)
SKU: REP-1950-FC-SET• Ref: KM# PS1• Mint: Bombay Mint
₹38,000₹45,00016% OFF
Price includes GST & insured transit insuranceHistorical Background
Introduced on 15 August 1950, replacing British monarch portraits with the national Ashoka emblem and the corn ear design signifying agricultural independence.
Curator's Provenance Note:
“Features the bold roaring lions of the Ashoka Capital alongside the majestic corn ear motif on the rupee. Sets in this condition with unspotted original mint surface bloom are top-tier rarities.”
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Physical & Historical Archival Data
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Museum Numismatic Specifications
Verified StandardsHistorical PeriodRepublic of India (First Coinage)
Issuing Country / StateRepublic of India
Denomination7 Coins (1 Rupee to 1 Pice)
Gregorian Year1950
Mint of MintageBombay Mint
Mint Mark / SymbolDiamond mint mark
Composition / MetalCupro-Nickel
Official WeightN/A
DiameterN/A
Catalog Reference (KM# / Pridmore)KM# PS1
Authentication AuthorityIn-House Gallery Certified
Obverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Ashoka Lion Capital with 'GOVERNMENT OF INDIA'.
Reverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Twin ears of corn, value in English and Hindi, and date 1950.
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