Basic Details

• Country: India
• Denomination: 1 Naya Paisa (1/100 of a rupee)
• Year: 1957 (first year of issue)
• Metal: Bronze
• Weight: ~1.5 grams
• Diameter: ~16 mm
• Shape: Round, smooth edge

📜 Historical Significance

• This coin was introduced when India switched to a decimal currency system in 1957.
• Before this, ₹1 = 16 annas (old system). After 1957, ₹1 = 100 paise.
• The word “Naya” (meaning “new”) was used from 1957–1964 to distinguish it from old coins.
• After 1964, “Naya Paisa” became simply “Paisa”.