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Coinage Stories: The Three Themes That Defined Dual Coin Issues

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In the long and diverse history of commemorative coins in Republic India coinage, only a few themes have seen dual silver denominations released under the same issue. Among these, three notable themes— Grow More Food (1973), Srimat Swami Pranavanandji Maharaj (2022), and India’s G20 Presidency (2023)—stand out for having two silver-alloy coins each, reflecting the evolution of India’s minting tradition and the changing approach to commemorative releases across five decades. The silver alloy, also known as quaternary alloy or Silver .500, comprises 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The “ Grow More Food ” theme of 1973 was one of the earliest post-Independence commemorative issues, marking India’s emphasis on agricultural development and self-sufficiency during a crucial period of food scarcity. The coins, issued in denominations of ₹20 and ₹10, were both struck in silver alloy, making them among the few high-value silver coins of their era. The ₹20 coin was minted with...
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Reverse Proof Coins and Their Absence in Republic India Coinage

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A reverse proof coin is a special type of proof coin distinguished by its unique finish, where the design elements are mirror-like and the background fields are frosted—the opposite of a standard proof coin. In a traditional proof coin, the raised parts of the design have a frosted appearance while the background is highly polished, producing a sharp contrast that emphasizes the artistry and fine detail of the design. Reverse proofs invert this contrast, creating a striking visual effect that collectors around the world prize for their novelty and beauty. Producing such coins demands extreme precision, multiple stages of die polishing, and careful striking under controlled conditions to achieve the desired visual clarity. Despite the growing global popularity of reverse proof coins, the India Government Mint has never issued coins in this format. The primary reason lies in the objectives of the Republic India coinage system, which is fundamentally oriented toward circulation and commem...
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Hyderabad Mint Commences Bookings for NHPC Limited Coin Sets

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The India Government Mint, Hyderabad, has commenced the bookings for the ₹50  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  50 Years of NHPC Limited . The bookings are open from November 7, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier on November 6, 2025, the Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, released the commemorative coin to mark the completion of 50 years of NHPC Limited in New Delhi. The occasion was graced by the presence of Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India; Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC; and Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC. NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower Navratna company under the Ministry of Power, is celebrating a momentous milestone. The ₹50 coin is currently issued in a Proof Set with a Booklet and Cardboard (Kappa) Box packaging. It remains to be seen whether the Hyderabad Mint will also release the Proof and UNC Sets in folder packaging, ...
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Mumbai Mint Commences Bookings for Vande Mataram Coin Sets

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The India Government Mint, Mumbai, has commenced the bookings for the ₹150  commemorative coin  issued to mark the 150 years of Vande Mataram . The bookings are open from November 7, 2025, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier in the day, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released the commemorative coin and a postal stamp to mark the event at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta; the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; the Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; and several other eminent dignitaries, cultural icons, and scholars. The ₹150 coin is currently available in the Proof Set, packaged in a booklet. It remains to be seen whether the Mumbai Mint will also release the Proof and UNC Sets in folder packaging, as well as the Proof Set in an MDF box. The ₹150 Proof Set, packaged in a booklet, is priced at ₹1,500. Wi...
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PM Modi Releases ₹150 Coin Celebrating 150 Years of Vande Mataram

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The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi released a ₹150  commemorative coin  and a postal stamp to mark  150 years of Vande Mataram  today, on November 7, 2025, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi. The celebrations witnessed a mass singing of the full version of “Vande Mataram” across public places, with participation from citizens representing all segments of society, in conjunction with the main programme. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta; the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Shri Vinai Kumar Saxena; the Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; and several other eminent dignitaries, cultural icons, and scholars. The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi remarked that Vande Mataram is not just a song but a mantra of strength, devotion, and resolve — an eternal symbol of unity that connects India’s past, energizes the present, and inspires the future. Describing the mass singing of Vande Mataram ...
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MoF issues Gazette Notification for Vande Mataram Coin

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The Ministry of Finance has issued a gazette notification announcing the ₹150 commemorative coin to mark the  150 years of Vande Mataram , the National Song of India. The notification was officially published on November 6, 2025. The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will be releasing the  commemorative coin  and a postal stamp, at Indira Gandhi Stadium, New Delhi on November 7, 2025. The celebrations will feature a mass singing of the full version of “Vande Mataram” at around 9:50 AM across public spaces, with participation from citizens representing all sections of society, in harmony with the main programme. The year 2025 marks 150 years of Vande Mataram, one of India’s most iconic patriotic compositions written by Bankim Chandra Chatterjee in 1875. The timeless hymn, meaning “I bow to thee, Mother,” became a symbol of national pride and unity, inspiring generations during India’s struggle for freedom. First sung by Rabindranath Tagore in 1896, Vande Mataram t...
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Shri Manohar Lal Releases ₹50 Coin on NHPC Limited

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The Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, released a ₹50 commemorative coin  to mark the completion of 50 years of NHPC Limited  today, on November 6, 2025, in New Delhi. The occasion was graced by the presence of Shri Pankaj Agarwal, Secretary (Power), Ministry of Power, Government of India; Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC; and Shri Uttam Lal, Director (Personnel), NHPC. NHPC Limited, India’s premier hydropower Navratna company under the Ministry of Power, is celebrating a momentous milestone — the completion of 50 years of its establishment on November 7, 2025. While congratulating NHPC Limited on this occasion, Shri Manohar Lal, Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, stated that the release of the commemorative coin by the Government of India is a recognition of NHPC’s enduring legacy and its strategic contribution to India’s energy self-reliance. This commemorative coin celebrates NHPC’s remarkable journey of r...
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