© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
3 Paise
| Aluminium | 1.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1964-1971 |
| Value | 3 Paise (0.03 INR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 2.0 mm |
| Shape | Hexagonal (6-sided) |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1847 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 5% |
Reverse
"Teen Paise" (three paise) in Devanagari
Denomination flanked by sprays, date below
Lettering:
3 तीन पैसे
1970
Translation:
3 Paise
1970
Edge
Plain
Comment
Different National Emblem Types:Type 1: Side lions toothless with 2 to 3 furrows, short squat D in INDIA.
Type 2: Asoka lion pedestal more imposing. Side lions with 3 or 4 furrows, more elegant D in INDIA. The shape of the D in INDIA is the easiest way to distinguish this obverse.
