India 2 Rupees Commemorative Coin – Sri Aurobindo – 1998

Description:

This is a circulated commemorative 2 Rupees coin from the Republic of India, issued in 1998 to honor Sri Aurobindo. This copper-nickel coin celebrates the life and philosophy of the renowned Indian philosopher, yogi, guru, poet, and nationalist.

Features:

• Obverse: Features a portrait of Sri Aurobindo. The inscription “श्री अरविन्द” (Sri Aurobindo) in Hindi and “SRI AUROBINDO” in English are present along the upper periphery. Below the portrait is the year “1998” and the inscription “सम्पूर्ण जीवन योग है” (Sampurna Jeevan Yoga Hai) in Hindi and “ALL LIFE IS YOGA” in English, encapsulating a key aspect of his philosophy.
• Reverse: (Not visible in this image, but typically features) 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 would also be 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: Sri Aurobindo