Rare 1 Rupee 1989 Republic India Noida Mint Coinage India Coin # A047

Rare 1 Rupee coin of 1989 from the Republic of India definitive series, struck on the well known hexagonal flan with two wheat ears flanking the value. The reverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with the legends “भारत” and “INDIA” and the motto “सत्यमेव जयते” below.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee, Republic India definitive coinage
• Year: 1989, as struck on the wheat ears side
• Mint: Noida, indicated by the dot below the date
• Metal: copper-nickel, hexagonal shaped flan
• Size: approximately 27.5 mm across the flan as measured from the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, with even circulation wear, a few surface marks and light toning spots

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Step back in time with this fascinating piece of Republic of India numismatic history: a 1989 One Rupee definitive coin. Struck in durable copper-nickel, this distinctive issue immediately catches the eye with its unusual, geometric hexagonal flan—a departure from traditional round coinage. The reverse beautifully displays two wheat ears cradling the denomination, symbolizing India’s agricultural prosperity. Flip it over to reveal the majestic Lion Capital of Ashoka, accompanied by the national motto “Satyameva Jayate” in Devanagari script alongside bilingual legends.

Graded in Very Fine condition, this specimen shows honest circulation wear paired with pleasant light toning that authenticates its age and journey. Numismatists particularly prize this piece because it bears the elusive mint mark of the Noida facility, identified by a tiny dot beneath the date. Noida-minted coins from this era are sought after for their specific striking characteristics. Whether you are filling a gap in a 20th-century Republic type set, focusing on mint-varieties, or simply looking to own a tangible slice of India’s economic past, this historic hexagonal rupee is a must-have addition to any growing collection.