Rare 50 Naye Paise 1963 Nickel Decimal Series Calcutta Mint Coinage of Republic India Coin # A347

Description

<p>Rare 50 Naye Paise coin of 1963 from the early decimal coinage of Republic India, struck in nickel during the "Naye Paise" phase that ran from 1957 to 1963.</p><ul><li>Denomination: 50 Naye Paise, with the value shown as a large "50" above "नये पैसे" and the Hindi-English legend around the rim.</li><li>Year of issue: 1963, placed below the value and flanked by a wreath.</li><li>Metal: nickel, with a plain edge and the characteristic security-style rim beading.</li><li>Diameter: approximately 25 mm as measured from the scan.</li><li>Obverse: Lion Capital of Ashoka with "भारत" and "INDIA" along the rim.</li><li>Condition: Fine, evenly circulated with honest wear, surface toning and some stains.</li></ul><p>The images show the actual coin that the buyer will receive.</p>

Struck at the Calcutta Mint.