Ex Rare 5 Paise 1965 Republic of India Calcutta Mint Coinage India Coin # A388

Description

Rare 5 Paise coin of 1965 from the decimal coinage of Republic India, struck on the distinctive square flan with cut corners. The reverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with "भारत" and "INDIA" flanking it, while the obverse shows the large numeral 5 with "पाँच पैसे" and the date below.

• Denomination: 5 Paise
• Year of issue: 1965
• Mint: Calcutta (Kolkata) - no mint mark below the date
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Shape and size: square with cut corners, approximately 22 mm across
• Condition: Fine, with even circulation wear but full legends and date clearly readable

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Step back into the early years of independent India’s monetary history with this fascinating 5 Paise coin, issued in 1965 during the vibrant Republic era. Struck from durable copper-nickel, this piece showcases the distinctive square shape with neatly cut corners that defined mid-century decimal coinage. The reverse proudly displays the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka, flanked by India in both Hindi and English, while the obverse features a bold numeral 5 alongside its native denomination. Minted at the historic Calcutta facility—identified by the absence of a mint mark—this specimen has journeyed through decades of circulation, retaining a pleasing Fine condition with clear, readable legends and date. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike treasure these geometric coins for their unique aesthetic departure from traditional round currency, capturing a transitional period in the nation's economic design. Whether you are filling a gap in a twentieth-century type set or starting a journey into Indian numismatics, this authentic piece of the past makes a wonderful addition to any growing cabinet of curiosities.