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2 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram
| Brass | 2.16 g | 19.1 mm |
| Issuer | Nepal |
|---|---|
| King | Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah (1955-1972) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 2014-2020 (1957-1963) |
| Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
| Value | 2 Paisa (0.02 NPR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1932-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 2.16 g |
| Diameter | 19.1 mm |
| Thickness | 1.1 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#1570 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 18% |
Reverse
Numeral with shading
Lettering: २
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 2 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) coin from Nepal is that it features a unique combination of Hindu and Buddhist symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts the national emblem of Nepal, which includes a rhino, a bird, and a crescent moon, while the reverse side features an image of the revered Hindu deity Lord Shiva, along with the Buddhist mantra "Om Mani Padme Hum" written in Devanagari script. This blending of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of Nepal, where both Hinduism and Buddhism are widely practiced.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 (1957) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2015 (1958) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2016 (1959) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2018 (1961) | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 2019 (1962) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) coin.
