5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) front 5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) back
5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) photo
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5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram

 
Bronze 3.85 g 22.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah (1955-1972)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2014-2020 (1957-1963)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
5 Paisa 0.05 NPR = USD 0.00037
Currency
Rupee (1932-date)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.85 g
Diameter
22.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#9682
Rarity index
13%

Reverse

Denomination with shading, within flower

Shri Bhavani
Paanch Paisa

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) coin from Nepal is that it features a unique combination of Hindu and Buddhist symbols. The obverse side of the coin depicts the national emblem of Nepal, which includes a golden crown, a pair of rhinos, and a crescent moon, while the reverse side features an image of the revered Hindu goddess, Kali, along with the Nepali year 2014-2020 (1957-1963) and the coin's denomination. This blend of religious symbols reflects the cultural and religious diversity of Nepal, where both Hinduism and Buddhism are widely practiced.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2014 (1957)  - - - - - -
2015 (1958)  - - - - - -
2016 (1959)  - - - - - -
2017 (1960)  - - - - - -
2018 (1961)  - - - - - -
2019 (1962)  - - - - - -
2020 (1963)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Paisa - Mahendra Bir Bikram 2014-2020 (1957-1963) coin.