Rare 5 Rupees 1969 Mahatma Gandhi Birth Centenary L K Jha Reserve Bank of India Note # A539

Description

Rare 5 Rupees note of the Reserve Bank of India from the 1969 Mahatma Gandhi Birth Centenary commemorative issue, bearing the signature of Governor L. K. Jha and serial number B/75 255532.

• Denomination: 5 Rupees, Republic of India
• Issue: Mahatma Gandhi Birth Centenary commemorative series, 1969
• Obverse: Lion Capital of Ashoka, promise clause in English and Hindi, "Guaranteed by the Central Government"
• Reverse: Mahatma Gandhi seated before the Sevagram Ashram, with the denomination in fifteen languages
• Material and size: paper, approximately 117 x 63 mm
• Condition: Fine, with folds, light soiling and small pinholes; no repairs

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Step back in time with this remarkable piece of Indian numismatic history: the 5 Rupees banknote issued by the Reserve Bank of India in 1969 to commemorate the Birth Centenary of Mahatma Gandhi. This highly sought-after paper note features the distinguished signature of RBI Governor L.K. Jha, adding immense appeal for advanced currency enthusiasts. The obverse proudly displays the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka, while the reverse captures a serene depiction of Mahatma Gandhi seated before the Sevagram Ashram, surrounded by the denomination in fifteen regional languages. Measuring approximately 117 by 63 mm, this authentic collectible bears the distinct character of a well-traveled piece graded in Fine condition, showing heavy use with folds, light soiling, and minor pinholes that tell the story of its circulation. Collectors prize this historic issue for its powerful tribute to the Father of the Nation and its pivotal role in early Republic of India currency. Secure this genuine piece of monetary heritage today and own a tangible slice of twentieth-century history.