10 Rupees (International Year of The Child) 1979 front 10 Rupees (International Year of The Child) 1979 back
10 Rupees (International Year of The Child) 1979 photo
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10 Rupees International Year of The Child

1979 year
Copper-nickel 25 g 39 mm
Description
Issuer
India
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1979
Value
10 Rupees 10 INR = USD 0.12
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
25 g
Diameter
39 mm
Thickness
3.00 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#40478
Rarity index
63%

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The 10 Rupees (International Year of The Child) 1979 coin from India is a unique and interesting coin due to its design. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of a smiling child, surrounded by the words "International Year of the Child" in English and Hindi. The reverse side of the coin features the national emblem of India, along with the year 1979 and the coin's denomination. The use of a child's portrait on the coin serves as a symbol of hope and optimism for the future, and highlights the importance of children's rights and well-being.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1979 ♦ - - - - - -

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