5 Rupees (Acharya Tulsi birth centenary) 2013 front 5 Rupees (Acharya Tulsi birth centenary) 2013 back
5 Rupees (Acharya Tulsi birth centenary) 2013 photo
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5 Rupees Acharya Tulsi birth centenary

2013 year
Nickel brass 6 g 23.00 mm
Description
Issuer
India
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
2013
Value
5 Rupees 5 INR = USD 0.06
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
6 g
Diameter
23.00 mm
Thickness
1.90 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#59014
Rarity index
9%

Reverse

The bust of Acharya Tulsi a Jain Monk wearing a protective covering on his mouth as part of his nonviolent religion to avoid harming bacteria in water and air

Lettering:
आचार्य तुलसी जन्म शताब्दी
1914-2013
ACHARYA TULSI BIRTH CENTENARY

Translation:
Acharya Tulsi Birth Centenary
1914-2013
Acharya Tulsi Birth Centenary

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The Mumbai mint has 2 variants, large and small lion.



Interesting fact

The Acharya Tulsi birth centenary coin, issued in 2013, features a unique design that showcases the Indian philosopher and spiritual leader's contributions to the fields of philosophy, spirituality, and social reform. The coin's reverse side features a portrait of Acharya Tulsi, along with an inscription of his famous quote, "Aham Brahmasmi," which means "I am the universe." This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in Indian history and culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2013  - - - - - -
2013 * - - - - - -
2013 ° - - - - - -
2013 ♦ - - - - - -
2013 M - - - - - -

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