2 Rupees - Gyanendra Bir Bikram (magnetic) 2060 (2003) front 2 Rupees - Gyanendra Bir Bikram (magnetic) 2060 (2003) back
2 Rupees - Gyanendra Bir Bikram (magnetic) 2060 (2003) photo
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2 Rupees - Gyanendra Bir Bikram magnetic

2060 (2003) year
Brass plated steel 5.07 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Gyanendra Bir Bikram Shah (2001-2008)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
2060 (2003)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
2 Rupees 2 NPR = USD 0.015
Currency
Rupee (1932-date)
Composition
Brass plated steel
Weight
5.07 g
Diameter
25 mm
Thickness
1.6 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#26791
Rarity index
10%

Reverse

Janaki or Sita Mandir or Temple

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 2 Rupees coin from Nepal, featuring Gyanendra Bir Bikram, is notable for being the first magnetic coin to be introduced in the country. This was done as a measure to prevent counterfeiting and to improve the coin's durability. The use of a magnetic material in the coin's composition also makes it easily distinguishable from other coins in circulation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2060 (2003)  - - - - - -

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