© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
10 Rupees FAO - Save for development
1977 year| Copper-nickel | 24.4 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1977 |
| Value | 10 Rupees 10 INR = USD 0.12 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 24.4 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 46% |
Reverse
Symbols and date
Lettering:
विकास के लिए बचाइए
1977
SAVE FOR DEVELOPMENT
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1977 Indian 10 Rupees FAO coin is that it was minted to commemorate the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, with the theme of "Save for Development." The coin's design features the FAO's emblem on one side and the national emblem of India on the other. This coin is a unique example of a non-circulating coin that was issued to raise awareness and funds for a global cause.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1977 ♦ | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 B | 5969 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Rupees (FAO - Save for development) 1977 coin.
