2 Rupees - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1968 front 2 Rupees - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1968 back
2 Rupees - Elizabeth II (FAO) 1968 photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

2 Rupees - Elizabeth II FAO

1968 year
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) 12.3118 g 31.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sri Lanka › Ceylon (1597-1972)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-1972)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1968
Value
2 Rupees
Currency
Rupee (1871-1972)
Composition
Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Weight
12.3118 g
Diameter
31.5 mm
Thickness
1.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#9957
Rarity index
17%

Reverse

Denomination

Lettering:
இலங்கை ශ්‍රීලංකා CEYLON
2
රැපියල් දෙකයි
இரண்டு ரூபாய்
TWO RUPEES
1968

Translation:
Sri Lanka
Two Rupees

Edge

Security edge (Indented)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design, showcasing a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on one side and a depiction of a traditional Sri Lankan rice paddy on the other. The coin was minted in 1968 to commemorate the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, highlighting Sri Lanka's commitment to agriculture and sustainability.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1968  500000 - - - - - -

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