Rare 1 Rupee 1977 Manmohan Singh Signature Government of India Republic India Note # A570

Description

Rare Government of India One Rupee note of the 1977 issue, bearing the printed signature of Manmohan Singh as Secretary, Ministry of Finance. The face shows the One Rupee coin motif, the Ashoka Lion Capital and the serial number 56T 835553, while the back carries the one rupee coin with the date and the denomination in the Indian language panel.

• Denomination: One Rupee, Government of India issue
• Year: 1977, as shown on the coin device on the reverse
• Signatory: Manmohan Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Finance
• Serial number: 56T 835553
• Material: paper, standard small One Rupee format
• Condition: Fine, with centre and corner folds, soiling and light edge wear

The images show the actual note the buyer will receive.

Step back in time with this fascinating piece of Indian monetary history—a classic Government of India One Rupee note issued in 1977. Struck during a transformative era for the nation’s economy, this small-format paper currency holds a special place among numismatists due to its prestigious signatory. It proudly bears the authentic printed signature of Dr. Manmohan Singh, who served as the Secretary of the Ministry of Finance long before his tenure as Prime Minister. The face of the note showcases the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital alongside the classic One Rupee coin motif, while the reverse displays the bilingual language panel and issue year. Graded in Fine (Heavy USED) condition, this circulated collectible displays character-building folds, gentle soiling, and light edge wear that tell the story of its journey through daily commerce. It is an essential acquisition for historians, paper currency enthusiasts, and anyone looking to own a tangible slice of India's twentieth-century financial legacy. You will receive the exact authentic note pictured in the listing.