Rare 10 Rupees 2012 60 Years of the Parliament of India Mumbai Mint Republic India Coin # A293

Description

This is a bimetallic 10 Rupees commemorative coin of Republic India issued in 2012 to mark 60 Years of the Parliament of India. The commemorative face shows the Parliament House building with the dual date 1952-2012 on the inner disc, encircled by the Hindi legend "Bharat ki Sansad ke 60 Varsh" and the English legend "60 YEARS OF THE PARLIAMENT OF INDIA" on the outer ring. The other face carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with "Satyameva Jayate", "Bharat" and "INDIA", and the rupee symbol with the value 10.

• Denomination: 10 Rupees
• Year: 1952-2012 dual date, issued 2012
• Mint: Mumbai (Bombay) - diamond mint mark below the legend
• Metal: bimetallic, aluminium bronze ring with nickel-silver centre
• Diameter: about 28 mm as measured on the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, circulated with even wear and dark toning in the fields

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Add a significant piece of Indian republican history to your collection with this distinctive 10 Rupees bimetallic coin, struck in 2012 to commemorate the momentous diamond jubilee of the nation’s supreme legislative body. Issued by the Republic of India, this impressive coin features a striking depiction of the iconic Parliament House building alongside the dual dates 1952-2012, honoring six decades of democratic governance. Crafted with a sophisticated composition featuring an aluminium-bronze outer ring and a nickel-silver center, this specimen originates from the prestigious Mumbai Mint, identifiable by its classic diamond mint mark. Graded in Very Fine condition, the piece exhibits the honest, even circulation wear and appealing dark toning cherished by numismatists who appreciate authentic history. It offers a tangible connection to the architectural and political milestones of South Asia. Serious collectors seek out this commemorative issue not only for its intricate dual-language legends and symbolic imagery, but also because bi-metallic currency from this era has become increasingly sought after in modern collections. This is the exact, authentic coin you will receive, making it a wonderful conversation starter or a thematic centerpiece for any advanced world coin display.