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10 Rupees Gampaha
2013 year| Stainless steel (AISI 430) | 8.36 g | 26.4 mm |
| Issuer | Sri Lanka › Sri Lanka (1972-date) |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic Socialist Republic (1978-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 2013 |
| Value | 10 Rupees 10 LKR = USD 0.034 |
| Currency | Rupee (1972-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel (AISI 430) |
| Weight | 8.36 g |
| Diameter | 26.4 mm |
| Thickness | 2.1 mm |
| Shape | Hendecagonal (11-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#68650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 21% |
Reverse
Large numerical denomination in the center and literal in several scripts below. Year of issue at the bottom flanked by ears of paddy on either side.
The country name in several scripts on top.
All within circle of a geometric design along periphery with partly raised rim.
Scripts: Latin, Sinhala, Tamil
Lettering:
இலங்கை ශ්රී ලංකා SRI LANKA
10
රුපියල් දහයයි
பத்து ரூபாய்
TEN RUPEES
2013
Translation:
Sri Lanka
in Sinhala on top, in Tamil on left, in Latin on right.
Ten rupees
in Sinhala, Tamil and Latin.
Edge
Plain
Comment
The obverse design depicts Kelaniya Viharaya as a Buddhist cultural heritage site of Gampaha district.Buddhists believe the temple to have been hallowed during the third and final visit of the Buddha to Sri Lanka, eight years after gaining enlightenment.
Interesting fact
The 10 Rupees (Gampaha) 2013 circulating commemorative coin from Sri Lanka features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of King Parakramabahu I, a renowned king of Sri Lanka who ruled from 1153 to 1186 AD. He is known for his military campaigns and his efforts to unify the country. The reverse side of the coin features an image of the Gampaha Bell, a historic bell that was discovered in the Gampaha district of Sri Lanka and dates back to the 12th century. The bell is considered a national treasure and is now housed in the National Museum of Colombo. The coin's design serves as a tribute to Sri Lanka's rich history and cultural heritage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Rupees (Gampaha) 2013 coin.
