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The Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS), also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha, held its 46th to 49th Annual General Body Meetings on March 23, 2025, at Prestige Falcon Towers, Bengaluru. New office bearers were elected for the 2025–2027 term following the conclusion of all AGMs. The society was honored to have Dr. Rezwan Razack, a legendary figure in the field of Indian currency note collection, graciously provide his auditorium for the Annual General Body Meeting. Previously, in April 2022, the KNS conducted its first Monthly Meet after the appointment of the then-new office bearers at the Rezwan Razack's Museum of Indian Paper Money . The newly elected office bearers for the Karnataka Numismatic Society for the term 2025–2027 are Shri Rajendra Maru as President and Shri Subramanyam Sheety P as Vice President. The Committee Members for this term include Shri Santosh, Shri Ananda V, and Shri Vinod J Puttanikar. Shri Suresh N. R and Shri G. K. Shenoy will continue in their respecti...

The Karnataka Numismatic Society, also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha or KNS, will be celebrating its Golden Jubilee at the Nanya Darshini 2024 Exhibition. This highly anticipated exhibition of coins, banknotes, stamps, and collectibles, will take place on 12th, 13th, and 14th of July 2024 . The venue for this grand event will be held at Shikshak Sadan, KG Road, Opp Kaveri Bhavan, Nagarathpete, Majestic, Bengaluru 560002 . Established on August 6th, 1974, the Karnataka Numismatic Society boasts a rich history, with Sri. Bryon Hannon serving as its first president. Recognised as one of the most esteemed societies in India, with nearly 1300 members, KNS offers various programs and initiatives to enhance the knowledge and confidence of its members in collecting. Monthly meetings are held every second Sunday, featuring eminent numismatists who address the gatherings and provide opportunities to felicitate and acknowledge members who exhibit their collections.  It's worth join...

The Nanya Darshini 2023 - The Most Awaited Exhibition of Coins, Banknotes, Stamps and Collectibles organised by Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS) also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha will be held on 7th, 8th and 9th July 2023 at Shikshak Sadan, K.G.Road, Bengaluru. For Stall bookings, you're free to contact Marudhar Arts Team. Recently, Karnataka Numismatic Society was honored with the award in recognition of valuable service received by KNS President, Mr. Rajendra Maru at the Rang Fair 2023, Delhi.  Karnataka Numismatic Society was established in 1974 and is the reputed society in India. KNS members are benefitted of our various programs and initiatives to become more knowledgeable and confident collectors. You can avail the life-membership at ₹2000 by joining KNS to participate in all society's meetings and events. Apart from the NanyaDarsini 2023, there are other  upcoming numismatic exhibitions  scheduled in India.

Nanya Darshini 2022 - The highly anticipated exhibition showcasing Coins, Banknotes, Stamps, and Collectibles, organised by the Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS), also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha, is scheduled to take place from July 8th to 10th, 2022, at Shikshak Sadan, K.G. Road, Bengaluru. The invitation card for the event has been shared by Shri. Rajendra Maru, President of Karnataka Numismatic Society. There will be 100+ dealer stalls from across India with third-party graders NGC, PNG, NCS participating in the exhibition. Marudhar Arts  will be conducting Live Floor Auction 36 on 9th July 2022, Pre-bidding already started and will stop at 12:30 pm and will continue at Real-Time Live Bidding. Live Internet bidders are requested to register yourself on icollector.com and get yourself approved for bidding before 12:00 pm of 9th July 2022. Karnataka Numismatic Society was established in 1974 and is the reputed society in India. You can avail the life-time membership at...

The Karnataka Numismatic Society organised its monthly meeting on April 10, 2022, exclusively for its limited members at Rezwan Razack’s Museum of Indian Paper Money . This marked their first gathering since the appointment of the new office bearers. A visitor to the museum will experience the enchanting history of Indian paper money, tracing back to the days of French and Portuguese influence, as well as the British colonial period from the eighteenth to the twentieth century. The displays narrate the story of money intertwined with the nation's essence, uniting and dividing, providing a sense of identity, and mapping the powers, progress, crises, and triumphs of people and nations. The credit for organizing the meet goes to Dr. Rezwan Razack, a legendary figure in the field of collecting Indian currency notes. Before the museum visit, Dr. Razack conducted a brief presentation for all the members, followed by high tea and snacks. Dr. Rezwan Razack also provided personal touches, s...

The members of the Karnataka Numismatic Society, also known as Kannadanadu Nanya Sangha, elected the new office bearers for the years 2022-2024 at the 45th Annual General Body Meeting held on 13th March 2022. President: Mr. Rajendra Maru Vice President: Mr. Subramanya Shetty Secretary: Mr. Suresh N R Treasurer: Mr. G K Shenoy Committee Members: Mr. Vinod J Putanikar, Dr. Giridhar Rao Havalidhar and Mr. Manjunatha The Karnataka Numismatic Society is the second oldest numismatic society in India, following the Numismatic Society of India at Banaras University. With over 1000 lifetime members, the society stands as one of the most affluent numismatic societies in the country. It actively organizes monthly meetings, exhibitions, and various activities, providing extensive support to its members. The Karnataka Numismatic Society holds its monthly meetings every 2nd Sunday from 10 AM to 12 PM at Manorama Hall, Indian Institute of World Culture - 6, BP Wadia Road, Basavanagudi, Bangalore. Yo...