Numismatics Collections

The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has opened the bookings for the ₹1,000  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  Khartargachha Sahastrabdi , which marks the completion of 1000 years since its foundation by  Jaincharya Shri Jineshwar Suri . The bookings are open from February 01, 2024, and it is subject to limited availability. The ₹1,000 coin, featured in the Proof Set and offered in Folder/Blister packaging, carries a price of ₹5,336. The UNC Set, has not opened for booking yet. Additionally, the Proof Set, which includes an MDF/Wooden Box, is also awaiting availability for booking. The ₹1,000 coin is crafted from Pure Silver (99.9%), weighing 40 grams, with a diameter of 44 mm and adorned with 200 serrations along the edge. Shri Acharya Devvrat, the Governor of Gujarat, unveiled the ₹1,000 commemorative coin during the Khartargachha Sahastrabdi Mahotsav in Palitana, Gujarat, on December 26, 2023. This marks the third instance of a ₹1000 denomin...

The Hon'ble Governor of Gujarat, Shri Acharya Devvrat, released a ₹1,000  commemorative coin  and a postal stamp to mark the  Khartargachha Sahastrabdi , marking the completion of its 1000 years of foundation by Jaincharya Shri Jineshwar Suri at Palitana on December 26, 2023. The ₹1000 coin, released today, is minted by the India Government Mint, Kolkata, and comprises Pure Silver. It has a weight of 40 grams, a diameter of 44 mm, and features 200 serrations along the edge.  This release marks the 17th  commemorative coin  for the year 2023 and the third coin with the denomination of ₹1000. Apart from this release, two more  commemorative coins , dedicated to ' 125 Years of Ramakrishna Mission ' and ' Dr. Panjabrao Alias Bhausaheb Deshmukh ' are scheduled for release in the coming days.  The bookings are expected to open soon on the India Government Mint's website and will be updated in the  current and upcoming bookings  section....

The Government of India will issue a ₹1000  commemorative coin  on the occasion of  Khartargachha Millennium , Founder Jaincharya Shri Jineshwar Suri. The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on December 23, 2023, confirming the coin. Kharatargaccha was established by Vardhamana Sūri, and his pupil, Jineshvara, earned the honorary title 'Kharatara' for defeating Suracharya, the leader of Chaityavasis, in a public debate in 1023 at Anahilvada Patan. This title was also bestowed upon the Gaccha. 'Kharatara' signifies being 'beyond' (tara) 'purity' (khara), signifying a commitment to absolute truth by unwavering adherence to religious scriptures (Jain Agamas). The metal composition of the ₹1000 coin will consist of Pure Silver (99.9%). The coin will weigh 40 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. The coin's description is as follows. Obverse:   The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capital of Asho...