Rare 50 Paise 1985 Republic India Foreign Mint Coinage India Coin # A008

Description

Rare 50 Paise coin of 1985 from the Republic of India definitive series, struck in copper-nickel at the Foreign Mint, identified by the small star mint mark below the date.

• Denomination: 50 Paise, value and the Hindi word "Paise" within a decorative floral border
• Year of issue: 1985, as struck below the denomination
• Mint: Hyderabad, indicated by the star mint mark under the date
• Metal: copper-nickel, with a plain grey circulated surface
• Diameter: approximately 25 mm
• Obverse design: Lion Capital of Ashoka with "Satyameva Jayate", flanked by "Bharat" in Devanagari and "INDIA"
• Condition: Very Fine, honest circulation wear with all legends and the date clearly legible

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Step back into the vibrant era of 1980s Republic India with this fascinating 50 Paise definitive coin. Issued by the sovereign authority of India, this copper-nickel piece captures a slice of daily economic life from a bygone generation. Struck specifically at the renowned Hyderabad Mint—distinguished by its characteristic star mint mark—this specimen holds a special allure for numismatists focusing on regional mint variations. The obverse proudly displays the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital, a powerful national symbol flanked by the country’s name in both English and Devanagari, while the reverse features a charming floral border surrounding the denomination. Graded in Extremely Fine condition, this circulated treasure exhibits gentle, honest wear that only enhances its authentic historical character, with all vital legends and the 1985 date remaining crisp and clearly legible. Numismatists and Indian coin enthusiasts actively seek out these vintage copper-nickel issues to complete decades-long sets and preserve the rich monetary heritage of the Republic. You will receive the exact collector's piece shown in the photographs, securely ready to enrich your growing display cabinet or numismatic portfolio.