Numismatics Collections

The Falcon Coins Gallery proudly announces its inaugural Bangalore Coin Exhibition on 3rd, 4th, and 5th July 2020 at Shikshak Sadan, K.G. Road, Near Mysore Bank, Majestic, Bangalore - 560002. This event provides an opportunity to Buy, Sell, and Exchange Old Coins, Banknotes, and Medals. Attendees can interact with numerous dealers participating from across the nation. Falcon Coins Gallery is a Private Limited Company with a two-floor showroom located opposite the Majestic Bus Terminal in Bangalore. They serve a diverse clientele, including walk-in customers, collector enthusiasts, and members of the Numismatic Society.  Their extensive collections cover a wide range of dynasties, featuring items dating as far back as 600 B.C. In addition to showcasing and selling coins and currencies, they offer assistance to collectors in organizing their collections thematically. Moreover, they provide accessories for coins and currencies under a distinct brand known as Moneytree Access...

Recently, there have been reports and rumors circulating about the potential demonetization or banning of the Rs 2,000 high-denomination banknote. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has ceased printing Rs 2,000 banknotes and is gradually withdrawing them from circulation. Consequently, once deposited into banks, the Rs 2,000 banknotes are expected to have limited circulation, particularly in ATMs. Although the highest-value currency remains legal tender, it is anticipated to be phased out gradually. Banks are in the process of re-calibrating ATMs to substitute high-value Rs 2,000 notes with Rs 500 notes. While there is no official confirmation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) or other authorities, this adjustment is speculated to be part of the central bank's strategy to monitor the total amount of high-value currency in circulation. Contrary to social-networking messages spreading rumors, the government has officially clarified that no such move is being considered by the RBI. Th...

The long-awaited moment has finally arrived, marking a historic milestone for Indian numismatics. The highly anticipated Indian Paper Money Museum—officially known as Rezwan Razack’s Museum of Indian Paper Money—celebrated its grand and magnificent inauguration on February 15, 2020.  Just two days later, on February 17, 2020, the museum opened its doors to the general public, inviting enthusiasts, researchers, collectors, and curious visitors to immerse themselves in the extraordinary world of India’s paper currency heritage. While India is home to several numismatic museums, this museum stands in a class of its own. Conceptualized and meticulously curated by renowned numismatist and collector Rezwan Razack, co-founder of the Prestige Group, the museum showcases what is widely regarded as the finest and most exhaustive private collection of Indian paper money ever assembled. A dedicated and passionate team has worked tirelessly to bring this vision to life, resulting in a museum ex...

The Government of India is now preparing to release a fresh series of One Rupee denomination currency notes in 2020 with several noticeable design changes, although the one rupee notes were reintroduced in 2015 and printed in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The One Rupee note is unique because, unlike all other denominations issued by the Reserve Bank of India, it is printed and issued directly by the Ministry of Finance. This makes it the only currency note in India that does not carry the signature of the RBI Governor but instead bears the signature of the Finance Secretory. The obverse side of the new One Rupee note will feature the words “भारत सरकार” above “Government of India,” along with the bilingual signature of Shri Atanu Chakraborty, Secretary, Ministry of Finance. It will also include a replica of the One Rupee coin displaying the ‘₹’ symbol and the year 2020, along with the national motto ‘सत्यमेव जयते’. The numbering panel will carry a capital inset letter ‘L’, and the nu...