© Iftikhar Ahmad
© Iftikhar Ahmad
3 Paisa Pattern
1966 year| Bronze | 2.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1966 |
| Value | 3 Paisas (0.03 PKR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.5 g |
| Shape | Scalloped (with 8 notches) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#114362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
Edge
Plain
Comment
Size: 19.00 x 17.80 mmMint: Lahore
Interesting fact
The Pattern 3 Paisa coin was designed by the renowned Pakistani artist and coin designer, Syed Ali Imran. He was known for his unique style of incorporating traditional Pakistani motifs and calligraphy into his designs, which made the coin stand out from other currency designs of the time. The Pattern 3 Paisa coin was one of his most notable works, and it remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.
