10 Rupees Jaffna
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#68595 |
|---|---|
| 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 Nallur Kovil a religious Hindu cultural site of Jaffna District.The fourth and the present temple was constructed in 1734 A.D. during Dutch colonial era. Over the past centuries and to date many additions have been made. Today the temple has four Gopurams and six Bell Towers, along with its fortified walls, giving it an appearance of a citadel in Nallur.
Interesting fact
The 10 Rupees (Jaffna) 2013 coin from Sri Lanka features a unique design that reflects the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the iconic Jaffna Fort, a historic fortification built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and later expanded by the Dutch. The fort is an important archaeological site and a popular tourist attraction in Sri Lanka. The reverse side of the coin features a traditional Sri Lankan drum, known as a "Thavil," which is an integral part of the country's traditional music and dance. The drum is surrounded by intricate floral patterns, adding to the coin's aesthetic appeal. Overall, the coin's design serves as a celebration of Sri Lanka's rich history and cultural diversity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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