5 Rupees (mule) 2011-2017 front 5 Rupees (mule) 2011-2017 back
5 Rupees (mule) 2011-2017 photo
© Joseph Kunnappally

5 Rupees mule

 
Nickel brass 6 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
India
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
2011-2017
Value
5 Rupees 5 INR = USD 0.06
Currency
Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition
Nickel brass
Weight
6 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#75779
Rarity index
24%

Reverse

Denomination and date below Rupee symbol ₹ flanked by Lotus sprays

Lettering:

5
2013

Translation:

5
2013

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Notes:
1. Obverse design from stainless steel India Republic 1 rupee, KM#394.
 Reverse from India Republic, 5 rupees KM#399.
2. Since the 1 rupee obverse die is of smaller diameter than the 23mm planchet, there are two rings around the obverse rim.
3. No mint mark = Calcutta Mint.

Interesting fact

The 5 Rupees (mule) coin from India, minted between 2011 and 2017, has a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins. It has a raised rim on both sides, which is not commonly found on coins. This raised rim is known as a "mule" and is created by striking the coin twice, resulting in a raised edge around the circumference of the coin. This feature was added to help visually impaired individuals identify the coin more easily.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2011  - - - - - -
2012  - - - - - -
2017  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Rupees (mule) 2011-2017 coin.