50 Paisa - Tribhuvana Bir Bikram
2005 (1948) year| Billon (.333 silver) | 5.5403 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Nepal |
|---|---|
| King | Tribhuvan Bir Bikram Shah (1911-1950) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 2005 (1948) |
| Calendar | Vikram Samvat |
| Value | 50 Paisa (0.50 NPR) |
| Currency | Rupee (1932-date) |
| Composition | Billon (.333 silver) |
| Weight | 5.5403 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37023 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Comment
Two versions of this coin were minted in 1948 (vs 2005): the silver .333 fineness listed here and the 80% silver identified as KM# 718.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Paisa - Tribhuvana Bir Bikram 2005 (1948) coin from Nepal is that it features a unique blend of traditional Nepalese art and modern security features. The coin's design includes an image of the national emblem of Nepal, which consists of a golden crown, a pair of kirtimukhas (mythical creatures), and a garland of flowers, surrounded by the words "Tribhuvana Bir Bikram" in Nepali script. Additionally, the coin includes a holographic stripe that displays a 3D image of the national emblem when tilted at a certain angle. This combination of traditional and modern elements makes the coin stand out as a unique and interesting collector's item.
