Obverse
Center Ashoka Lion Capital, Top भारत INDIA, Bottom पैसे20PAISE.
Reverse
Bust of Mahatma Gandhi facing left, Surrounded by महात्मा गांधी * MAHATMA GANDHI, Bottom 1869-1948.
Commemorative Occasion
Issued to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi’s birth, honoring his role in India’s freedom movement and his philosophy of non-violence.
Issuer :
Republic India
Category :
Commemorative
Issue Value : 20 PAISE / बीस पैसे
Type :
Circulation
Year :
1969 / Date of
Issue :
03 October 1969
Commemorative Title : MAHATMA GANDHI / महात्मा गांधी
Mint & Mint Mark : KOLKATA / No Mint Mark - Calcutta / Kolkata
Metal & Metal Composition : Aluminium-Bronze | 92% Copper, 6% Aluminium, 2% Nickel
Frequently Asked Questions about 20 Paise Mahatma Gandhi Coin – 1969 Kolkata Mint
The estimated collector value of a 1969 20 PAISE coin from KOLKATA Mint ranges from approximately ₹15 to ₹20 in circulated condition, and ₹100 to ₹150 in Uncirculated (UNC) or GEM UNC condition, depending on strike quality and surface preservation.
This coin is minted in Aluminium-Bronze with an official weight of 4.50 grams and a diameter of 22.00 mm. Its shape is Circular with a Reeded edge.
Coins struck at the Kolkata (Calcutta) mint generally feature no mint mark underneath the year 1969.
