© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
½ Rupee
| Nickel | 5.78 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1950-1956 |
| Value | ½ Rupee |
| Currency | Rupee (1950-1957) |
| Composition | Nickel |
| Weight | 5.78 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#7178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 7% |
Reverse
Value flanked by stalks of wheat, date below, and the legend 'Aadha Rupya' in Devnagari
Lettering:
आधा रुपया
1/2 RUPEE
1950
Translation:
Half Rupee
1/2 Rupee
1950
Edge
Milled
Comment
- Lion varieties, large and small lion