© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
10 Rupees Independence
1972 year| Silver (.500) (Copper 40%, Nickel 5%, Zinc 5%) | 22.5 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1972 |
| Value | 10 Rupees 10 INR = USD 0.12 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (Copper 40%, Nickel 5%, Zinc 5%) |
| Weight | 22.5 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#18684 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 16% |
Reverse
Figures with Indian flag, parliament building in background
NOTE: Different mintmarks
♦ (small dot/diamond) = Mumbai
B (letter "B") = Mumbai Proof Issues
(no mintmark) = Calcutta
Lettering:
25 वीं स्वातंत्र्य जयंती
1947-1972
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the 25th anniversary of India's independence from British rule, which was achieved on August 15, 1947.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1972 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1972 ♦ | 1000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1972 B | 7895 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Rupees (Independence) 1972 coin.
