This is a circulated commemorative 2 Rupees coin from the Republic of India, issued in 1995 to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. This copper-nickel coin celebrates a key figure in India’s independence movement and the integration of princely states into the Indian Union.

Features:

• Obverse: Features a portrait of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel facing right. The inscription “सरदार वल्लभभाई पटेल” (Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel) in Hindi and “SARDAR VALLABHBHAI PATEL” in English are present along the periphery. The year “1995” is shown below the portrait.
• 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 “2” and “रूपये” (Rupaye) in Hindi and “RUPEES” in English.
• Metal: Copper-Nickel
• Weight: Approximately 6 grams
• Diameter: Approximately 26 mm
• Shape: Round
• Edge: Reeded
• Minted: Likely minted at one of the Indian government mints (Bombay, Calcutta, Hyderabad, Noida). A mint mark may or may not be visible.
• Commemorative Theme: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel