This is a circulated 20 Paise coin from the Republic of India, minted in 1970. This distinctive brass coin features the Lotus, India’s national flower, as its central motif. The 20 Paise denomination is now demonetized, making this coin a piece of India’s numismatic history.

Features:

• Obverse: The primary design features a prominent Lotus flower in bloom, with detailed petals and stem. The numeral “20” is placed above the lotus, indicating the denomination. The word “PAISE” is inscribed to the right of the lotus, and in Hindi, “पैसे” is inscribed to the left. The year of minting, “1970,” is located below the lotus.
• Reverse: (Not visible in this image, but typically features) The Lion Capital of Ashoka, India’s national emblem, along with “भारत” (Bharat) in Hindi and “INDIA” in English, and “सत्यमेव जयते” (Satyameva Jayate).
• Metal: Brass (Copper-Zinc-Tin alloy)
• Weight: Approximately 4.5 grams
• Diameter: Approximately 22 mm
• Shape: Scalloped (12 curves)
• Edge: Plain
• Minted: This coin was minted at one of the Indian government mints (Bombay, Calcutta, Hyderabad). A mint mark may or may not be visible.
• Year of Issue: 1970
• Design Significance: The choice of the Lotus flower is significant as it symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and rebirth in Indian culture.