Rare 1 Rupee 1984 Republic India Bombay Mint Coinage India Coin # A369

Description

Rare 1 Rupee coin of 1984 from Republic India, belonging to the copper-nickel definitive series that carries the value flanked by two wheat ears. The obverse shows the Lion Capital of Ashoka with the motto Satyameva Jayate and the legends Bharat and India, while the reverse carries the Devanagari word Rupaya above the large numeral 1, the word RUPEE and the date, with the mint mark placed centrally below the date.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee
• Year of issue: 1984
• Mint: Bombay, indicated by the dot below the date
• Metal: copper-nickel, round flan with heptagonal inner border
• Approximate diameter: 26 mm
• Condition: Very Fine, with honest circulation wear and toning

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Step back into the mid-1980s with this fascinating piece of Republic India numismatic history: the 1984 1 Rupee definitive coin. Struck in durable copper-nickel at the prestigious Bombay Mint—identified by the distinct dot mint mark below the date—this round coin features a unique heptagonal inner border framing its classic design. The reverse showcases the iconic wheat ears flanking the denomination, a powerful nod to the nation’s agricultural backbone at the time, while the obverse proudly displays the majestic Lion Capital of Ashoka. Graded in Very Fine condition, this piece displays honest circulation wear and natural toning that tell the authentic story of its journey through commerce. Numismatists seek out these vintage Republic India issues to complete type sets or to capture a tangible slice of the post-independence era. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive Indian coin collection or starting a new journey into Asian numismatics, this genuine specimen is a charming historical artifact. Rest assured, the photographs display the exact coin you will receive.