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The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has initiated the booking process for commemorative coins released to commemorate the Birth Centenary of Biju Patnaik and the 200th Birth Anniversary of Tatya Tope . The booking period is set from December 20th, 2017 to February 5th, 2018. The Biju Patnaik featuring denominations of ₹100 and ₹5, is priced at ₹2,734 for Proof Coin Set, while the UNC Coin Set is available at ₹2,372. For the Tatya Tope, comprising denominations of ₹200 and ₹10, the price is ₹2,735 for Proof Coin Set, and the UNC Coin Set is priced at ₹2,374. These coins can be obtained either at the Mint Premises or through the  official website  of the India Government Mint. You can find further details and updates in the " Current and Upcoming Bookings " section for your reference and convenience.

Here is the first look at the Austrian Mint Coin Club Token. Although they are distributing the 2017 tokens, I was anticipating the release of the 2018 token. Symbolizing luck in Austria, the pig has been featured on the Austrian Mint's annual lucky token since 2016. Each year, the cheerful hog finds itself in a different fortunate scenario on this New Year talisman. The 2017 edition showcases the pig discovering a lucky mushroom, reminiscent of the historical use of pigs to locate another type of fungus – the truffle. The tradition linking pigs and good luck is believed to have originated from the practice of awarding pigs as consolation prizes to those who finished last in medieval 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) on Dec 19, 201

The 51-year-old philatelist Mr. Sharad Bora, based in the city, proudly possesses 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 to take place from December 15th to 17th, 2017 Coinex 2017 will feature a display of rare coins from the periods 1556-1605 and 350-375 AD. Bora, who has been collecting stamps since 1947, emphasizes the universality of stamps, showcasing objects from tables and chairs to birds and bulbs. A member of the International Collectors Society of Rare Items (ICSRI) for 22 years, Bora aims to revive the dwindling hobby of coin and stamp collecting through the exhibition. Rajendra Shah, the vice-president of ICSRI, adds that the objective is to spread knowledge by fostering a hobby. The exhibition will showcase a diverse range of coins, dating from 500 BC and the Gupta Empire to 2017, in gold, silver, copper, lead, and pote

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