This is a circulated commemorative 1 Rupee coin issued by the Republic of India in 1989 to mark World Food Day, with a specific emphasis on the theme “Food and Environment.” This copper-nickel coin serves as a historical artifact, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in agriculture and the critical link between food security and environmental preservation.

Features:

• Obverse: The obverse side of the coin features the majestic Lion Capital of Ashoka, India’s national emblem. Below it, the denomination “1” is clearly visible. The inscriptions “भारत” (Bharat) in Hindi and “INDIA” in English flank the emblem, while the national motto “सत्यमेव जयते” (Satyameva Jayate), meaning “Truth Alone Triumphs,” is inscribed beneath.
• Reverse: The reverse design vividly depicts the theme of “Food and Environment.” It features three stalks of wheat against a backdrop of the sun and clouds, symbolizing the essential elements for agricultural growth and the interconnectedness of nature. The inscriptions “खाद्य एवं पर्यावरण” (Khadya Evam Paryavaran) and “FOOD AND ENVIRONMENT” encircle the top half of the design, while “विश्व खाद्य दिवस” (Vishwa Khadya Divas) and “WORLD FOOD DAY” are inscribed along the bottom. The year of issue, “1989,” is also present, along with the emblem of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO).
• Metal: Copper-Nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
• Weight: 6 grams
• Diameter: 26 mm
• Shape: Round
• Edge: Security edge with a groove

• Minted: This coin was minted at various mints in India, including Bombay (mint mark: ♦ diamond), Hyderabad (mint mark: ★ star), and Noida (mint mark: • dot). The coin you receive may or may not have a visible mint mark.
• Year of Issue: 1989
• Commemorative Theme: 9th World Food Day – Food and Environment