Mumbai Mint Opens Bookings for CBI and AKAM Coins Set

The India Government Mint in Mumbai has started accepting bookings for the commemorative coin of ₹60 issued to honor the Central Bureau of Investigation and Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav coin series, featuring denominations of ₹1, ₹2, ₹5, ₹10, and ₹20. The booking period began on September 15, 2023, and is subject to limited availability.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) coins are issued in Proof and UNC sets in Folder/Blister packages and Proof Sets with MDF Boxes.

The ₹60 coin issued in the Folder/Blister packaging within the Proof Set is priced at ₹3,865, while the UNC Set is priced at ₹3,345. Additionally, for those interested in the Proof Set with the MDF/Wooden Box, it's available at ₹4,320.

The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav coins are available in two packaging options: Acrylic and Folder/Blister packages. The Acrylic Set is priced at ₹720, while the Folder/Blister Set is priced at ₹645. It's important to note that these sets contain UNC (Uncirculated) coins and are distinct from the circulation strikes recently issued by the Hyderabad Mint.

In August 2023, Shri S.K. Sinha, Chairman & Managing Director, and Shri Ajay Agarwal, Director of Finance at the Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL), unveiled the Acrylic Set, Folder Set of AKAM with festival souvenir tokens as part of the release.

Additionally, the India Government Mint in Mumbai has also issued a gold souvenir token weighing 7.5 grams to commemorate the G20 priced at ₹53,010 as on September 15, 2023. Please note that the Gold tokens are subject to the bullion value and charged accordingly.

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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