© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
20 Paise
| Nickel brass | 4.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1968-1971 |
| Value | 20 Paise (0.20 INR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Nickel brass |
| Weight | 4.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 June 2011 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1622 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 6% |
Reverse
A lotus blossom with the denomination above and on the sides and the date above the mintmark below
Lettering:
20
पैसे PAISE
1968
Translation:
20
Paise Paise
1968
Edge
Milled
Interesting fact
The 20 Paise coin from India, which was in circulation from 1968 to 1971, was made of Nickel brass, a copper and zinc alloy. This coin was unique in that it was the first coin in India to feature the national emblem, the Ashoka Chakra, on its reverse side. The Ashoka Chakra is a symbol of the Buddhist dharma and is also found on the Indian national flag. This coin was a significant departure from the previous coinage of India, which had featured the British monarch's effigy. The introduction of the Ashoka Chakra on the 20 Paise coin was a reflection of India's growing sense of national identity and independence.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1968 ♦ | 10585000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1969 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1969 ♦ | 197940000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1970 | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1970 * | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1970 ♦ | - | - | - | - | - | - | |
| 1971 ♦ | 124200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Paise 1968-1971 coin.
