India 50 Paise FAO - Grow More Food Proof Coin B Mint Mark GEM UNC

Description

Issuer	India
Period	Republic (1950-date)
Type	Circulating commemorative coins
Year	1973
Value	50 Paise (0.50 INR)
Currency	Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date)
Composition	Copper-nickel
Weight	5.0 g
Diameter	24 mm
Thickness	1.6 mm
Shape	Round
Technique	Milled
Orientation	Medal alignment ↑↑
Number	N# 3892

This exceptional India 50 Paise FAO "Grow More Food" Proof coin from 1973 represents a significant piece of numismatic history from India's Republic era. Struck at the B Mint facility with museum-quality GEM UNC (Gem Uncirculated) condition, this copper-nickel commemorative coin celebrates the Food and Agriculture Organization's initiative to enhance global food production during a critical period in Indian agriculture. Measuring 24mm in diameter and weighing 5.0 grams, this milled-finish piece showcases remarkable preservation with its original luster intact. The "Grow More Food" series was part of India's broader commitment to agricultural advancement in the early 1970s, making it historically meaningful beyond its numismatic appeal. The B Mint Mark designation adds provenance and authenticity to this collectible. As a circulating commemorative, these coins saw limited production compared to standard currency, enhancing their rarity and desirability among serious collectors. The GEM UNC grade indicates virtually flawless condition—a rarity for coins from this period that actually entered circulation. Perfect for Indian numismatists, agricultural history enthusiasts, or collectors focusing on FAO commemorative series, this coin represents both cultural significance and investment potential in the specialized collectibles market.