Numismatics Collections

The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief, Shri Mohan Bhagwat, released the commemorative souvenir token  and postage stamps dedicated to Dada Gurudev Shri Jindutt Suri Ji today, on March 6, 2026. The release took place at the historic Sonar Fort in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, marking the commencement of the Chadar Mahotsav in the esteemed presence of Khartargach Acharya Shri Jinmaniprabh Surishwar Ji Maharaj. This three-day religious celebration is particularly remarkable as it is being held after a staggering 871 years, drawing thousands of devotees, Jain monks, and visitors from across India. The festival represents a unique confluence of faith, history, and spiritual unity in the enchanting desert city of Jaisalmer. The President of the Jaisalmer Jain Trust, Shri Mahendra Singh Bhansali, emphasized that the Chadar Mahotsav symbolizes profound reverence for Dada Gurudev. One of the major attractions of the festival is the display of Gurudev’s ancient garments—chadar, chola patta, a...

The India Government Mint, Mumbai, has commenced the bookings for the ₹75  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  75th Foundation Day of Employees' State Insurance Corporation  (ESIC). The bookings are open from February 27, 2026, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier, on February 24, 2026, the Hon’ble Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, released the commemorative coin to mark the inaugural function at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The programme was attended by Shri N. K. Premachandran, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha); Smt. Vandana Gurnani, Secretary, Ministry of Labour & Employment; Shri Ramesh Krishnamurthi, Central Provident Fund Commissioner, Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO); Smt. Michiko Miyamoto, Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Decent Work Technical Support Team for South Asia and Country Office for India; along with senior officers of the Ministry...

The Government of India will issue a ₹100  commemorative coin   to mark the 100 Years of  State Bank of India, New Delhi Main Branch . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on February 26, 2026, confirming this coin. The New Delhi Main Branch of State Bank of India is one of its oldest and most prominent branches in the national capital. Established in 1926 as part of the Imperial Bank of India, it has played a significant role in serving government institutions, corporate clients, and individual customers for nearly a century. Over the decades, the branch has evolved with advancements in banking technology while maintaining its legacy of trust and stability. It continues to be a key centre for major banking operations and financial services in Delhi. The  metal composition  of the ₹100 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The coin will weigh 35 grams and have a diameter of ...

The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has commenced the bookings for the ₹100  commemorative coin  issued to mark the Centenary Year of Ol Chiki Script by Pandit Raghunath Murmu . The bookings are open from February 25, 2026, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier, on February 16, 2026, the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, unveiled the commemorative coin and a postal stamp to mark the occasion at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi. The event was attended by the Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Jual Oram, Chief Minister of Odisha Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, and members of the Fagun Foundation. It also brought together members of the Santhali community, scholars, activists, writers, and well-wishers who participated in the historic celebration, making the occasion grand and memorable. The ₹100 coin is currently available in the Proof Set, packaged in a booklet ...

The India Government Mint, Kolkata has opened bookings for the ₹100 commemorative coin issued in two variants to mark the Seva Teerth Complex . The bookings are open from February 25, 2026, and are subject to limited availability. Earlier on February, 13, 2026, the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, released the ₹100 commemorative coin along with a postal stamp during the formal inauguration of the Seva Teerth Complex in New Delhi. The inauguration ceremony was attended by several Union Ministers, including Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office Shri Jitendra Singh, Minister of Finance Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of Defence Shri Rajnath Singh, Minister of Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, among others. The ₹100 coin is being issued in two variants — one in Pure Silver and the other in Nickel Silver (base metal). The bookings for the Proof Set of the Nickel Silver variant are now open at a price of ₹1,984, while the pure silver variant is still awaited. Collectors...

The Hon’ble Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, released the ₹75 commemorative coin  to mark the inaugural function on the occasion of the 75th Foundation Day of Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) today, February 24, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The programme was attended by Shri N. K. Premachandran, Member of Parliament (Lok Sabha); Smt. Vandana Gurnani, Secretary, Ministry of Labour & Employment; Shri Ramesh Krishnamurthi, Central Provident Fund Commissioner, Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO); Smt. Michiko Miyamoto, Director of the International Labour Organization (ILO) Decent Work Technical Support Team for South Asia and Country Office for India; along with senior officers of the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), and EPFO, who were also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya described Employees...