Books to Refer

These books provide a brief introduction to coin collecting and serve as useful reference guides for collectors of Republic India coinage.

Standard Guide to Coin Sets of India
by Dr. Dilip Rajgor, Mr. Ravi Shankar Sharma and Mr. Manish Agarwal
Mules and Die Varieties in the Commemorative Coins
by Smt. Anujadevi N R and Mr. Maniraj M
Indian Mint Errors by Mr. Siddharth N.S
Coins of Hyderabad Mint by Dr. Dilip Rajgor
Coins of Mumbai Mint by Dr. Dilip Rajgor
Coins of Noida Mint by Dr. Dilip Rajgor
Indian Coinage 1835 - 2026 with Market Estimates by Mr. Sainath Reddappa

Many times, it may not be possible to collect every coin. However, owning books and catalogues can be just as rewarding as collecting the coins themselves. Numismatics is the study of coins, and having a good collection of reference books in your library provides invaluable knowledge, enhances your understanding of coinage, and supports informed collecting and research.

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