© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
25 Poisha
1973 year| Stainless steel (84-82% Iron, 16-18% Chromium) | 2.68 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Bangladesh |
|---|---|
| Period | People's Republic (1971-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1973 |
| Value | 25 Poisha 0.25 BDT = USD 0.0021 |
| Currency | Taka (1972-date) |
| Composition | Stainless steel (84-82% Iron, 16-18% Chromium) |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1.37 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#6767 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 14% |
Reverse
In upper side name of Bangladesh & year. In middle, picture of Rohu Fish (known as 'Rui' in Bangla). Below is the value in number & words.
Script: Bengali
Lettering:
বাংলাদেশ
১৯৭৩
পঁচিশ ২৫ পয়সা
Translation:
Bangladesh
1973
Twenty Five 25 Poisha
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The 25 Poisha coin was the first coin to be introduced in Bangladesh after the country gained independence from Pakistan in 1971. It was minted in 1973 and was made of stainless steel, which is a unique blend of 84-82% iron and 16-18% chromium. This coin was designed to be durable and resistant to corrosion, making it a practical and long-lasting currency for everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | 50000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 25 Poisha 1973 coin.
