100 Rupees (150 Years of Indian Railways) 2003 front 100 Rupees (150 Years of Indian Railways) 2003 back
100 Rupees (150 Years of Indian Railways) 2003 photo
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100 Rupees 150 Years of Indian Railways

2003 year
Silver (.500) 35 g 44 mm
Description
Issuer
India
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
100 Rupees 100 INR = USD 1.19
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition
Silver (.500)
Weight
35 g
Diameter
44 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#36238
Rarity index
68%

Reverse

Elephant holding a railway lantern.Automatically translated

Lettering:
रेलवे, १५० गौरवपूर्ण वर्ष
Railways
150 Glorious Years
Bholu, The Guard
2003

Edge

Reeded

Comment

There were 2 issues of this set , the first issue was during the year 2003. And the 2nd issue was during the year 2010. The differentiating factor between these issues is in the blister pack , the 2nd issue also known as the “re strike” has “RS- 2010” engraved on the inside of the blister pack.

Interesting fact

The 100 Rupees (150 Years of Indian Railways) 2003 coin from India is a unique piece that showcases the country's rich history and heritage. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the Indian Railways' iconic logo, which is a representation of the country's vast and complex rail network. The logo features a wheel with 12 spokes, symbolizing the 12 zodiac signs and representing the passage of time. The wheel is surrounded by a circle, which represents the unity and continuity of the Indian Railways. This logo has been a symbol of the Indian Railways for over 150 years and has become an integral part of the country's cultural identity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2003  - - - - - -

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