© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
25 Paisa
| Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) | 4 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1975-1981 |
| Value | 25 Paisas (0.25 PKR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel) |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.75 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 30 September 2014 |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#3804 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 8% |
Reverse
Value within flowers
Lettering:
25
پیسہ
Edge
Reeded
Comment
In the middle of 1976 the final accent over the Urdu script at the top right of the obverse was changed from zabar (a straight slash) to pesh (thicker on one end) on Silver and Gold coins. Therefore Hakumat became Hukumat from 1977 all circulation coins.
https://pakistan-currency.blogspot.com/2024/02/hakumat-or-hukumat.html
Interesting fact
The 25 Paisa coin from Pakistan was designed by renowned Pakistani artist and designer, Syed Ali Ahsan. He was a prominent figure in the field of numismatics and has designed several coins and currency notes for Pakistan. The coin features a unique blend of traditional Pakistani motifs and modern design elements, making it a distinctive and iconic symbol of Pakistani currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1975 | 14264000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1976 | 20440000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1977 | 22092000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1978 | 33544000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 | 29648000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1980 | 49556000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1981 | 33952000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Paisa 1975-1981 coin.
