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The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has opened bookings for  commemorative coin  sets issued to mark the  Birth Centenary of Biju Patnaik  and the  200th Birth Anniversary of Tatya Tope . The booking period commenced on December 20, 2017, and will continue until February 5, 2018. These sets, which garnered considerable interest among collectors at the time of their release, are now available for a limited period—offering an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts to add them to their collections. Both commemorative themes are being offered in Proof and UNC (Uncirculated) versions, each presented in an elegant Folder or Blister packaging designed for durability and enhanced display value. The Birth Centenary of Biju Patnaik set, featuring denominations of ₹100 and ₹5, is priced at ₹2,734 for the Proof Set and ₹2,372 for the UNC Set. For the 200th Birth Anniversary of Tatya Tope, comprising denominations of ₹200 and ₹10, the pricing is ₹2,735 for the Proof Set and ₹...

A first look at the Austrian Mint Coin Club Token reveals that while the 2017 tokens are currently being distributed, collectors have been eagerly anticipating the release of the 2018 edition. Symbolizing luck in Austria, the pig has been featured on the Austrian Mint's Annual lucky token since 2016. Each year, the cheerful hog appears in a new fortunate scenario on this New Year talisman. The 2017 edition depicts the pig discovering a lucky mushroom, recalling the historical use of pigs to locate another type of fungus—the truffle. The association between pigs and good luck is believed to have originated from the medieval practice of awarding pigs as consolation prizes to those who finished last in tournaments. The Austrian Mint is offering a free good luck token in a blister package along with a complimentary subscription to the magazine "Die Muenze." Simply register and apply for coin club membership . A post shared by Coin Collections (@coincollections) ...

The 51-year-old philatelist, Mr. Sharad Bora, based in the city, proudly owns a collection of over 1,200 Mahatma Gandhi stamps sourced from 125 countries. Recognized in the Limca Book of Records, Bora is set to exhibit a selection of these stamps at Coinex 2017, scheduled from December 15 to 17, 2017. Coinex 2017 will also feature a display of rare coins from 1556–1605 CE and 350–375 CE. Bora, who has been collecting stamps since 1947, emphasizes the universality of stamps, which depict a wide variety of subjects—from household objects to birds and plants. A member of the International Collectors Society of Rare Items (ICSRI) for 22 years, Bora aims to revive the declining hobby of coin and stamp collecting through this exhibition. Mr. Rajendra Shah, vice-president of ICSRI, notes that the objective is to spread knowledge and foster interest in the hobby. The exhibition will showcase a diverse range of coins dating from 500 BCE through the Gupta Empire to 2017, crafted in gold, silver,...

Many individuals might assume that acquiring commemorative coins in Proof or UNC coin sets from e-commerce platforms like eBay or Shopclues will enhance their collections. However, it's crucial to exercise caution due to the prevalence of counterfeit coins originating from China. Recently, the Indian market has witnessed an influx of counterfeit coins. The quality of these imitations is exceptional, featuring a high-grade finish. The Proof and UNC sets of the Rs. 200 coin featuring Tatya Tope are yet to be released by the India Government Mint. The metal composition for the ' 200th Birth Anniversary of Tatya Tope ' and ' Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board ' coins is a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The ' 1000 Years of Brihadeeswarar Temple ' coin comprises 80% Silver and 20% Copper. However, these counterfeit coins are produced with base metal, lacking any numismatic value. It's a pleasure to share ima...