Rare 1 Rupee 1975 Republic India Bombay Mint Coinage India Coin # A111

Rare 1 Rupee coin of 1975 from the Republic India definitive series, with the Lion Capital of Ashoka and the legends “भारत” and “INDIA” on one side, and the value “1 RUPEE” flanked by wheat ears above the date on the other.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee, Republic India definitive issue
• Year: 1975, with a dot mint mark centred below the date, attributed to the Bombay Mint
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Diameter: approximately 29 mm as measured on a 600 DPI scan
• Condition: Very Fine, with even circulation wear and a few light surface marks
• Design theme: State Emblem of India with wheat ears, symbolising agriculture

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Step back into the mid-1970s with this fascinating piece of numismatic history: a 1975 Republic India 1 Rupee definitive coin. Struck in durable copper-nickel at the prestigious Bombay Mint, this vintage collectible features the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka on the obverse and the classic agricultural motif of wheat ears flanking the denomination on the reverse. The 1970s era of Indian coinage holds a special charm for numismatists, capturing a transitional period in the nation’s economic and cultural journey.

Graded in Very Fine condition, this specimen displays the honest, even circulation wear and gentle surface character that tell the authentic story of its time in everyday pockets and change purses. Collectors prize Bombay Mint issues from this decade for their distinct craftsmanship and historical footprint. Whether you are aiming to complete a comprehensive Republic India date run, focusing on agricultural themes, or simply seeking a tangible slice of twentieth-century Asian heritage, this genuine coin makes a wonderful addition to any growing cabinet. You will receive the exact coin photographed.