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25 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram Coronation

2031 (1974) year
Silver (.600) 17 g 36.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Birendra Bir Bikram Shah (1972-2001)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2031 (1974)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
25 Rupees 25 NPR = USD 0.19
Currency
Rupee (1932-date)
Composition
Silver (.600)
Weight
17 g
Diameter
36.2 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#32395
Rarity index
53%

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The coin was issued 2 times, in 1975 by mint in Kathmandu (600 silver and weight 17 g) and in 1981 by Singapore mint (500 silver and weight 25 g).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted to commemorate the coronation of King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev of Nepal, who ruled from 1972 until his death in 2001. The coin's design features an image of the king in ceremonial dress, along with the Nepalese coat of arms and other symbols of the monarchy. Despite being a non-circulating coin, it remains a popular collector's item due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted in a limited quantity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2031 (1974)  75000 - - - - - -

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