Rare 1 Rupee 1985 Wheat Ears Definitive Foreign Mint Coinage of Republic India Coin # A373

Description

Rare 1 Rupee coin of 1985 from the definitive coinage of Republic India. The reverse shows the large numeral 1 flanked by two ears of wheat, with "रुपया" above and "RUPEE" with the date below, while the obverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with "भारत" and "INDIA" along the sides and "सत्यमेव जयते" beneath. A small dot sits centred below the date, pointing to the Foreign Mint.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee
• Year of issue: 1985
• Mint: Foreign (dot centred below the date)
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Approximate diameter: 26 mm, multi-sided flan
• Condition: Very Fine, even circulation wear with clear legends and date

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Step back into the mid-1980s numismatic history of the Republic of India with this intriguing 1 Rupee definitive coin, issued in 1985. Struck during a period when domestic mints faced capacity constraints, this particular specimen hails from a foreign mint, distinguished by the elusive dot mark nestled just beneath the date. Crafted from durable copper-nickel and featuring a distinctive multi-sided flan measuring approximately 26 mm, this piece showcases the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital on the obverse and the beloved large numeral "1" flanked by rich ears of wheat on the reverse. Graded in Very Fine condition, it displays honest circulation wear that only adds to its vintage character, with all key legends and dates remaining crisp and legible. Numismatists and Indian coin enthusiasts actively seek foreign mint issues because of their unique production backstory and lower relative availability compared to domestic counterparts. Whether you are expanding a comprehensive Republic India type set or searching for an affordable conversation starter, this authenticated piece bridges modern history and global minting heritage. Rest assured, the exact coin photographed is the one shipped to your collection.