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Obverse: Lion Capital of Ashoka with Satyameva Jayate and India 10 Rupees
SCARCEChoice UNC
1970 Republic India 'Food For All' (FAO) Commemorative 10 Rupees Silver Coin — Bombay Mint
SKU: REP-1970-FAO10• Ref: KM# 186• Mint: Bombay
₹3,800₹4,40014% OFF
Price includes GST & insured transit insuranceHistorical Background
Issued under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to herald India's Green Revolution and agricultural self-sufficiency. Widely collected both in India and internationally.
Curator's Provenance Note:
“Struck in 0.800 silver with a substantial 34mm crown size and 15 grams weight. This was the second large silver commemorative coin issued by independent India.”
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Physical & Historical Archival Data
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Museum Numismatic Specifications
Verified StandardsHistorical PeriodRepublic of India
Issuing Country / StateRepublic of India
Denomination10 Rupees
Gregorian Year1970
Mint of MintageBombay
Mint Mark / SymbolDiamond mint mark below date
Composition / MetalSilver
Fineness / Purity0.800 Silver (80% Silver, 20% Copper)
Official Weight15.00 g
Diameter34.0 mm
Thickness2.2 mm
Edge CharacteristicSecurity Edge
Catalog Reference (KM# / Pridmore)KM# 186
Authentication AuthorityIn-House Gallery Certified
Obverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar with motto 'Satyameva Jayate' and value '10 RUPEES'.
Reverse Epigraphy & Iconography
Lotus blossom, wheat stalks, radiant sun and legend 'FOOD FOR ALL' in English and Hindi.
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