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50 Rupees Deshbandhu Chittaranjan
1998 year| Copper-nickel | 30 g | 39 mm |
| Issuer | India |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1998 |
| Value | 50 Rupees 50 INR = USD 0.60 |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 30 g |
| Diameter | 39 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#93137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Bust facing, date below
Lettering:
देशबंधु चित्तरंजन दास DESHBANDHU CHITTARANJAN DAS 1870-1925
1998
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Deshbandhu Chittaranjan 50 Rupees coin from India, minted in 1998, features an image of Chittaranjan Das, a prominent Indian nationalist and freedom fighter. He was known for his role in the Indian independence movement and was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. The coin was issued to commemorate his 125th birth anniversary.