Ex Rare 50 Paise 1971 Republic India Calcutta Mint Coinage India Coin # A344

<p>Rare 50 Paise coin of 1971 from the definitive coinage of Republic India, part of the large-size half rupee series carried over from the decimal reform period. The obverse shows the value “50” with the Hindi legends “रुपये का आधा” and “पचास पैसे” above and below, flanked by wheat sprigs, with the date 1971 at the base. The reverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “सत्यमेव जयते”, and “भारत” and “INDIA” to either side.</p><ul><li>Denomination: 50 Paise (half rupee)</li><li>Year of issue: 1971</li><li>Mint: Calcutta (Kolkata) – no mint mark below the date</li><li>Metal: copper-nickel</li><li>Diameter: approximately 26.0 mm, measured from the scan</li><li>Condition: Very Fine, evenly circulated with honest wear on the high points and legends fully legible</li></ul><p>The images show the actual coin the buyer will receive.</p>

Step back in time to the early decades of independent India with this fascinating 1971 Republic India 50 Paise coin. Struck as part of the large-size half rupee series that carried forward the legacy of early decimal reforms, this copper-nickel piece is a tangible piece of numismatic history. Issued by the Calcutta Mint—distinguished by its lack of a mint mark below the date—it showcases the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital on one side and the traditional denomination framed by delicate wheat sprigs on the other.

Graded in Very Fine condition, the coin displays honest circulation wear that speaks to its authentic journey through post-Independence commerce, while keeping its central designs and legends sharp and fully legible. Serious numismatists and collectors of Republic India coinage prize these classic copper-nickel issues for their substantial size and historical resonance, capturing an evolving economic era. Whether you are filling a gap in a date-wise collection or seeking a nostalgic centerpiece, this verified collectible connects you directly to the vibrant mid-century heritage of the subcontinent.