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100 Years of Electrification in Indian Railways, ₹100 Silver Coin

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100 Years of Electrification in Indian Railways, ₹100 Silver Coin — Obverse

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Obverse of India Commemorative 100 YEARS OF ELECTRIFICATION IN INDIAN RAILWAYS

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Physical specifications

IGM-CC-0124

Metal: Mixed Metals (Proof/UNC)
Weight: Unspecified
Diameter: Unspecified
Shape: Circular
Edge Type: Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.: IGM-CC-0124

Denomination	100 Rupees
Ruler / Issuer	Government of India
Mint	India Government Mint
Rarity	Scarce
Estimated Price Range	₹9,285
Era	Commemorative Coins of India

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Overview & History

This issue marks the centenary of electric traction on Indian Railways, which commenced on February 3, 1925, between Bombay VT and Kurla. The electrification of the rail network revolutionized transport in India, enabling faster transit, higher capacity, and reduced emissions. This coin honors the engineering achievements and progress of the Indian rail system over the past century.