5 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram 2039-2040 (1982-1983) front 5 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram 2039-2040 (1982-1983) back
5 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram 2039-2040 (1982-1983) photo
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5 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram

 
Copper-nickel 8.5 g 29 mm
Description
Issuer
Nepal
King
Birendra Bir Bikram Shah (1972-2001)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2039-2040 (1982-1983)
Calendar
Vikram Samvat
Value
5 Rupees 5 NPR = USD 0.037
Currency
Rupee (1932-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
8.5 g
Diameter
29 mm
Thickness
1.7 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#34879
Rarity index
44%

Reverse

Dagger flanked by garlands from above

Lettering:
श्री श्री श्री गो र ख ना थ
श्री भवानी
पाँच रुपैया
नेपाल

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Rupees coin from Nepal, issued during the reign of King Birendra Bir Bikram in 1982-1983, features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin features the king's portrait, while the reverse side features an image of the mythical creature, the Yeti, also known as the Abominable Snowman. This coin is interesting because it is one of the few coins in the world to feature a mythical creature, making it a unique collector's item for numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2040 (1983)  478000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rupees - Birendra Bir Bikram 2039-2040 (1982-1983) coin.