Rare 1 Rupee 1978 Wheat Ears Series Calcutta Mint Coinage of Republic India Coin # A123

Description

A 1 Rupee coin of 1978 from the Republic India definitive series, showing the familiar wheat ears design flanking the large numeral of value. The coin has circulated but retains clear legends, a full date and good detail in the Lion Capital on the obverse.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee
• Year: 1978
• Mint: Calcutta (Kolkata) - no mint mark below the date
• Metal: Copper-nickel, large flan type of 1975-1982
• Size: approximately 29 mm diameter, measured from a 600 DPI scan
• Design: Lion Capital of Ashoka with "भारत INDIA" on the obverse; value, wheat ears and date on the reverse
• Condition: Very Fine, with light rim knocks and minor surface marks from circulation

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Step back into late 1970s India with this compelling Republic India 1 Rupee definitive coin, originally minted in 1978 at the historic Calcutta facility. Struck in durable copper-nickel on the broader flan standard characteristic of that era, this piece showcases the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka on the obverse paired with the beloved agricultural motif of flanking wheat ears on the reverse. Numismatically graded in Very Fine condition, it displays honest character from its time in active commerce while preserving strong, legible details across both faces. Because the Calcutta Mint struck these issues without a distinguishing mint mark, identifying them relies on careful examination of the overall strike quality and proportions, adding an extra layer of intrigue for serious numismatists. Collectors prize these mid-century circulation pieces for documenting India's post-independence economic landscape and agricultural ambitions. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive Republic India date run or curating a thematic display of agricultural coin art, this authentic vintage specimen makes a fantastic addition to your growing cabinet.