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2 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram Visit Nepal
2054 (1997) yearAluminium bronze | 5 g | 25 mm |
Issuer | Nepal |
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King | Birendra Bir Bikram Shah (1972-2001) |
Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
Year | 2054 (1997) |
Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
Value | 2 Rupees 2 NPR = USD 0.015 |
Currency | Rupee (1932-date) |
Composition | Aluminium bronze |
Weight | 5 g |
Diameter | 25 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#9696 |
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Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
Mountain, representing the map of Nepal, on top of the face value
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of traditional Nepalese architecture and modern tourism promotion. The obverse side of the coin depicts the portrait of King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah, while the reverse side features a representation of the famous Boudhanath Stupa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest Buddhist shrines in the world, surrounded by the inscription "Visit Nepal 2054" (1997 AD) in Nepali language. This coin was minted to promote tourism in Nepal and to commemorate the visit of King Birendra to the country.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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2054 (1997) | 12500000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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