This listing features a set of four circulated 1 Rupee commemorative coins from the Republic of India, issued in 1991 to celebrate the birth centenary of Rajiv Gandhi. These copper-nickel coins honor the former Prime Minister of India.

Features (Common to all four coins):

• Denomination: 1 Rupee (एक रुपया)
• Year of Issue: 1991
• Commemorative Theme: Rajiv Gandhi Centenary (राजीव गांधी जन्मशती)
• Obverse: Features a portrait of Rajiv Gandhi facing left. The inscription “राजीव गांधी जन्मशती” (Rajiv Gandhi Janmashati) in Hindi and “RAJIV GANDHI CENTENARY” in English encircle the portrait. The years “1944 – 2044” are also present, marking his birth year and the centenary year.
• Reverse: Displays the Lion Capital of Ashoka, the national emblem of India, with “सत्यमेव जयते” (Satyameva Jayate) inscribed below. The words “भारत” (Bharat) in Hindi and “INDIA” in English are present, along with the denomination “1” and “रुपया” (Rupaya) in Hindi and “RUPEE” in English.
• Metal: Copper-Nickel
• Weight: Approximately 6 grams each
• Diameter: Approximately 26 mm each
• Shape: Round
• Edge: Security edge with a groove
• Minted: These coins were minted at the various Indian government mints (Bombay, Calcutta, Hyderabad, Noida). Mint marks may or may not be visible.