Overview

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Issued by the Government of India as a tribute to Indira Gandhi, India’s first woman Prime Minister, following her death in October 1984. This large copper-nickel coin shows her right-facing portrait with her life dates, 1917–1984.

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Key Features & Details:

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• Country: India

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• Denomination: 5 Rupees (₹5)

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• Composition: Cupronickel (copper-nickel)

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• Weight / Diameter: About 12.5 g / 31 mm

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• Condition: Pre-owned – ranges from almost new to Very Fine

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• Front: Lion Capital of Ashoka with “सत्यमेव जयते”, “भारत रुपये” on the left, “INDIA RUPEES” on the right and the numeral “5” below

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• Back: Portrait of Indira Gandhi facing right, “इंदिरा गांधी” on the left, “INDIRA GANDHI” on the right and “1917 – 1984” below

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Please Note:

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The images are for reference only. The coin supplied will be the same design in a similar condition to the one shown, but it may differ in minor details such as small marks or toning.