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1 Rupee - Mahatma Gandhi, Nickel Coin

Republic India Coins1969

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Physical specifications

NM-010621
Metal
Nickel
Weight
10 g
Diameter
28 mm
Shape
Circular
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
NM-010621
Denomination1 Rupee
Ruler / IssuerGovernment of India
MintGovernment of India Mints (Mumbai / Kolkata / Hyderabad / Noida)
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹500 – ₹2,000
EraRepublic India Coins
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.

India context

Republic of India

The new republic adopted national emblems and a distinctly Indian coinage identity.

India context

Decimalisation

One rupee became 100 naye paise, simplifying the inherited monetary structure.

This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Government of India is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

World context

Modern commemorative coinage

Circulating and collector issues mark national figures, institutions, and milestones.

Overview & History

This commemorative 1 Rupee coin was issued to honor "1 Rupee - Mahatma Gandhi, Nickel Coin". Released in 1969, it marks a key national milestone and cultural tribute in Indian numismatics. Minted in nickel, it features detailed artistic motifs commemorating the event or personality.