Numismatics Collections

The India Government Mint’s recent shift toward issuing commemorative coins in nickel silver initially sparked appreciation within the numismatic community. At a time when silver prices have remained highly volatile and increasingly unaffordable for many collectors, the introduction of nickel silver coins appeared to be a thoughtful and inclusive move aimed at keeping the hobby accessible. Collectors, especially those who had been priced out of silver issues, welcomed this transition with optimism and enthusiasm. This move also created hope of bringing new collectors into the hobby. This new phase effectively began with the release marking the 200th Birth Anniversary of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati and the 150 years of Arya Samaj , issued by the Kolkata Mint at a barely affordable price point of ₹1,232. The pricing was widely perceived as reasonable, striking a balance between affordability and commemorative value. It signaled what many believed to be a new era in commemorative coin ...

The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has commenced the bookings for the commemorative coins issued on 10th Anniversary of Make in India and Official Language Department . The bookings are open from March 16, 2026, and it is subject to limited availability. The first-ever coloured coin with ₹100 denomination was unveiled by the Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal in New Delhi to mark a decade of the Make in India initiative on September 20, 2025.  The ₹50 coin was released to mark the Golden Jubilee of Official Language Department by the Union Home Minister, Shri Amit Shah, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi on June 26, 2025. The Chief Minister of Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta; Shri Bandi Sanjay Kumar, Minister of State for Home Affairs; Smt. Sudha Murty, Member of Rajya Sabha; and Smt. Anshuli Arya, Secretary of the Department of Official Language, were among the distinguished attendees who graced the significant occasion. Both the ₹100 and ₹50 coins are currently i...

The India Government Mint, Kolkata has commenced bookings for several commemorative coin sets issued earlier on different occasions, now being offered as re-strikes. The bookings opened today, March 16, 2026, and are subject to limited availability. Theme Denomination Price Jallianwala Bagh Massacre ₹100 ₹8,102 Vikram Sarabhai Birth Centenary ₹100 ₹8,102 Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji ₹550 ₹8,102 Kavi Muddana 150th Birth Anniversary ₹150 ₹8,102 University of Delhi ₹100 ₹8,102 Shrimad Vijay Vallabh Suri ₹150 ₹8,102 Sri Aurobindo 150th Birth Anniversary ₹150 ₹8,102 125 Years of Ramakrishna Mission ₹125 ₹8,102 100th Episode of Mann Ki Baat ₹100 ₹8,102 Raja Ram Mo...

The Government of India will issue a ₹100  commemorative coin  to mark the  Centenary Celebration of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on March 13, 2026, confirming this coin. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is a premier technical institution in India, originally established in 1926 as the Indian School of Mines to cater to the country’s mining and geological needs. Upgraded to an Indian Institute of Technology in 2016, it has since grown into a multidisciplinary institute offering programs in engineering, sciences, management and emerging technologies. Known for its strong foundation in mining and earth sciences, it also excels in fields like computer science, electrical engineering and data analytics. With state-of-the-art research facilities and strong industry connections, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad continues to play a key role in advancing technological and scientific development in India. The  metal composition  of the  ₹100 coin will...

The Government of India will issue a ₹150  commemorative coin   to mark the 150th Year of Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on March 13, 2026, confirming this coin. The Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) was established in 1876 in Kolkata with the aim of promoting scientific research and education in India. It was founded by the eminent physician and educationist Mahendra Lal Sircar, who envisioned an institution where Indians could actively engage in scientific experiments and research. IACS played a crucial role in the development of modern science in India and became internationally renowned when C. V. Raman conducted his groundbreaking research there, leading to the discovery of the Raman Effect in 1928. Today, the institution continues to function as a premier research center dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge. The  metal composition  of the ₹150 coin will...

The India Government Mint, Mumbai, has started bookings for silver  souvenir token  on Maryada Purushottam Prabhu Shree Ram ahead of the festival of Ram Navami. The bookings commenced on March 10, 2026, and will remain open subject to limited availability. Maryada Purushottam Prabhu Shri Ram is revered as the embodiment of righteousness, truth, and ideal conduct in Hindu tradition. His life, narrated in the sacred epic Ramayana, reflects the highest values of duty, devotion, and moral strength. Shri Ram is worshipped as the perfect son, husband, brother, and king, and his example continues to guide millions of devotees in leading a life based on dharma. The festival of Ram Navami, which falls on March 26, 2026, marks the divine birth of Lord Ram in Ayodhya. Devotees celebrate the occasion with prayers, recitations of the Ramayana, devotional songs, and temple ceremonies, remembering the timeless ideals represented by Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram. The festival serves as a...