Obverse
Top भारत Ashoka Lion Capital INDIA, Bottom पैसे5PAISE.
Reverse
In the center we can see House, River, Grain Sprig and on top 1978 all inside the circle, all surrounded by सबके लिए अनाज और मकान FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL.
Commemorative Occasion
Issued to promote the universal goals of food security and shelter for all, reflecting India’s support for UN-backed development initiatives.
Issuer :
Republic India
Category :
Commemorative
Issue Value : 5 PAISE / 5 पैसे
Type :
Circulation
Year :
1978 / Date of
Issue :
16 August 1978
Commemorative Title : FOOD & SHELTER FOR ALL / सबके लिए अनाज और मकान
Mint & Mint Mark : KOLKATA / No Mint Mark - Calcutta / Kolkata
Metal & Metal Composition : Aluminium-Magnesium | 96% Aluminum, 4% Magnesium
Frequently Asked Questions about 5 Paise Food & Shelter for All Coin – 1978 Kolkata Mint
The estimated collector value of a 1978 5 PAISE coin from KOLKATA Mint ranges from approximately ₹10 to ₹30 in circulated condition, and ₹200 to ₹500 in Uncirculated (UNC) or GEM UNC condition, depending on strike quality and surface preservation.
This coin is minted in Aluminium-Magnesium with an official weight of 1.50 grams and a diameter of 22.00 mm. Its shape is Square with Circular corners with a Plain edge.
Coins struck at the Kolkata (Calcutta) mint generally feature no mint mark underneath the year 1978.
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