Numismatics Collections

The Government of India will issue a ₹75  commemorative coin   to mark the 75th Foundation Day of  Employees’ State Insurance Corporation . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on February 23, 2026, confirming this coin. The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, established under the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948. It administers the ESI Scheme, which provides comprehensive social security benefits including medical care, sickness benefits, maternity benefits, disability compensation, and dependants’ benefits to insured workers and their families. The scheme is funded through contributions from employers and employees, ensuring financial protection and healthcare support to millions of beneficiaries across the country. The Hon’ble Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, will grace the occasion as the Chief...

The India Government Mint, Hyderabad has commenced bookings for the commemorative coins issued in UNC Sets to mark Rani Channamma , NHPC Ltd , and Partagali Math . The bookings are open from February 17, 2026, and are subject to limited availability. These commemorative coins are being issued in UNC Sets with Booklet packaging. Earlier, the bookings for these themes were offered in Proof Sets with Booklet and Cardboard (Kappa) Box packaging. The ₹200 coin issued to mark the 200th Anniversary of Rani Channamma’s Victory at Kittur in a UNC Set with Booklet packaging is priced at ₹8,950. The ₹50 coin issued on  50 Years of NHPC Limited  in a UNC Set with Booklet packaging is priced at ₹8,970. The ₹550 coin issued on the 550th Year Celebration of Shree Samsthan Gokarn Partagali Jeevottam Math in a UNC Set with Booklet packaging is priced at ₹8,980. The above pricing is the initial issue price and is subject to revision. However, due to significant fluctuations in silver p...

The Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, unveiled a ₹100 commemorative coin  and a postal stamp to mark the Centenary Year of the Ol Chiki Script created by Pandit Raghunath Murmu  today, on February 16, 2026 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, Shri Vivek Aggarwal, Secretary, Ministry of Culture, 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. Addressing the gathering at the Centenary Celebration of the Ol Chiki script, the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, expressed her deep joy at being part of this historic occasion. She noted that India is home to numerous tribal communities, and among them, t...

The Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, released the ₹100 commemorative coin , issued in two variants, along with a postal stamp as part of the formal inauguration of the Seva Teerth Complex today, on February 13, 2026 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. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that the day marked the beginning of a new chapter in India’s development journey. He noted the spiritual significance of the occasion and expressed confidence that the resolve taken for a Developed India would lead to success. He congratulated the PMO team, the Cabinet Secretariat, various departments, engineers, and workers involved in the construction of Seva Teerth and Kartavya Bhavan. Reflecting on history, th...

The Government of India will issue commemorative theme  in two ₹100 coin variants as part of the inauguration of Seva Teerth Complex .  The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on February 12, 2026, confirming this theme. Seva Teerth Complex is a newly developed administrative hub designed to house the Prime Minister’s Office, the National Security Council Secretariat, and the Cabinet Secretariat. Conceived as a modern and integrated governance centre, it reflects a shift toward service-oriented and citizen-centric administration. Built with advanced digital infrastructure and sustainable design features meeting 4-Star GRIHA standards, the complex incorporates renewable energy systems, water conservation measures, and enhanced security arrangements. Seva Teerth stands as a symbol of efficient, coordinated, and future-ready governance in India. The Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is likely to release this ₹100 coins in both variants during the formal...

The Government of India will issue a ₹100  commemorative coin  to mark the  100 years of Ol Chiki Script by Pandit Raghunath Murmu . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on February 9, 2026, confirming this coin. The Ol Chiki script was created by Pandit Raghunath Murmu in 1925 to provide the Santhali language with its own distinct and scientifically designed writing system. It was developed to accurately represent the phonetic structure of Santhali, which earlier scripts failed to capture effectively. Ol Chiki enabled widespread literacy among the Santhal community and became a powerful symbol of cultural identity, self-respect, and linguistic independence. Today, it remains central to Santhali literature, education, and cultural expression. 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 44 mm, featuring 2...