International Youth Year 1985 Proof Set Calcutta Mint

A commemorative coin with denominations of ₹100, ₹10 and ₹1 was issued by Calcutta Mint to mark the International Youth Year in 1985.

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Unboxing of Proof Coin Set

The ₹100, ₹10 and ₹1 coin in the Proof Set Acrylic pack from Calcutta Mint was issued at a price of ₹475 in 1985.

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