Kolkata Mint Opens Bookings for Biju Patnaik and Tatya Tope Coins

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.

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