© Joseph Kunnappally
© Joseph Kunnappally
5 Paise International Year of the Child
1979 year| Aluminium (96% Aluminium, 4% Magnesium) | 1.5 g | - |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 5 Paise (0.05 INR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Aluminium (96% Aluminium, 4% Magnesium) |
| Weight | 1.5 g |
| Size | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 2.35 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#1746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Emblem on square within circle, flanked by sprays
NOTE: Different mintmarks
♦ (small dot/diamond) = Mumbai
B (letter "B") = Mumbai Proof Issues
(no mintmark) = Calcutta
* (five-pointed star) = Hyderabad
Scripts: Devanagari, Latin
Lettering:
बच्चे की मुस्कान-राष्ट्र की शान
HAPPY CHILD-NATION'S PRIDE
1979
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 5 Paise coin from India, issued in 1979 to commemorate the International Year of the Child, has a unique feature. It is made of an alloy of 96% aluminum and 4% magnesium, which gives it a distinctive lightweight feel. Despite its small size and weight, the coin still has a distinctive design, featuring the national emblem of India on one side and the image of a child on the other. This coin is a rare and interesting collector's item for numismatists and those interested in unique coins.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 80370000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 * | 1100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1979 ♦ | 39860000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Paise (International Year of the Child) 1979 coin.
