© Iftikhar Ahmad
© Iftikhar Ahmad
50 Rupees 50 Years of Independence
1997 year| Copper-nickel | 20 g | 35.25 mm |
| Issuer | Pakistan |
|---|---|
| Issuing entity | Government of Pakistan (حکومتِ پاکستان) |
| Period | Islamic Republic (1956-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 50 Rupees 50 PKR = USD 0.18 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1961-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 35.25 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#421032 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
"Fifty Year Independence Celebration of Pakistan" written in Urdu above Minar-e- Pakistan with 1947-1997 written underneath.
Script: Urdu
Lettering:
پچاس سالہ جشن آزادی پاکستان
1947 - 1997
Translation:
Fifty Year Independence Celebration of Pakistan
1947-1997
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich history and cultural heritage. On the obverse side, it features the national emblem of Pakistan, which includes a crescent moon and a five-pointed star, surrounded by a wreath of wheat stalks. The reverse side features a depiction of the Minar-e-Pakistan, a prominent national monument that symbolizes the country's struggle for independence. The monument is surrounded by a circle of 50 stars, representing the 50 years of independence being commemorated. The coin's design is a beautiful representation of Pakistan's history, culture, and national pride.
