Famous Tractor Issue Rare 5 Rupees R N Malhotra Signature Reserve Bank of India Republic India Note # A562

Description

Rare Reserve Bank of India 5 Rupees note of the well-known farmer-with-tractor type, carrying the Ashoka Lion Capital, the fifteen-language panel and the signature of Governor R. N. Malhotra. The serial number reads 60C 012194.

• Denomination: 5 Rupees, Reserve Bank of India, Republic India issue
• Signatory: R. N. Malhotra, Governor; no date of issue is printed on this type
• Reverse design: farmer ploughing with a tractor at sunrise, "FIVE RUPEES" below
• Material: paper, with Ashoka Pillar watermark window at left
• Size: approximately 117 x 63 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Fair, with multiple folds, soiling, a few pinholes and small reddish stains on the reverse

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Add a classic piece of Indian numismatic history to your collection with this Republic India 5 Rupees banknote issued by the Reserve Bank of India. Featuring the iconic and beloved farmer-with-tractor design on the reverse, symbolizing the nation's agricultural progress at sunrise, this paper currency note is a nostalgic favorite among enthusiasts. It prominently displays the Ashoka Lion Capital, a fifteen-language text panel, and bears the signature of Governor R. N. Malhotra. Graded in Fine condition with heavy use, this authentic circulated piece shows character through folds, soiling, and minor pinholes, reflecting its journey through commerce. Collectors prize this specific agricultural motif for its vibrant depiction of rural development in mid-to-late 20th-century India. Measuring approximately 117 by 63 millimeters and featuring the classic Ashoka Pillar watermark window, it offers a tangible connection to the economic heritage of the subcontinent. Please note that the accompanying images display the exact collectible note you will receive.