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3 Paisa ND (1966) Pattern ND
| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Government of Pakistan (حکومتِ پاکستان) |
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Value | 3 Paisas 0.03 PKR = USD 0.00011 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#417913 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
"۳" (3) and "پیسہ" (Paisa) written in Urdu at the top. Numeral "3" written in the center Value "৩ পয়সা" (3 Payasa) written in Bengali at the bottom. Tea sprigs on both sides.
Lettering:
پیسہ ۳
3
৩ পয়সা
Translation:
3 Paisa
3
3 Paisa
Interesting fact
The Pattern 3 Paisa ND (1966) Pattern ND coin from Pakistan was designed by renowned Pakistani artist and coin designer, Syed Ali Ahsan. Ahsan was known for his unique style of blending traditional Pakistani motifs with modern design elements, and his work can be seen on many Pakistani coins and banknotes. The Pattern 3 Paisa ND (1966) Pattern ND coin features a stylized depiction of a cotton plant, which was a symbol of Pakistan's agricultural industry at the time. The coin's design also includes the country's national emblem, which features a crescent moon and a star, surrounded by a wreath of wheat stalks. The use of aluminum in the coin's minting process was a deliberate choice by the Pakistani government to create a lightweight and durable coin that could withstand heavy circulation. Today, the Pattern 3 Paisa ND (1966) Pattern ND coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Pakistani history and culture.
