Rare 1 Rupee 1990 Dr B R Ambedkar Centenary Republic of India Bombay Mint Coinage India Coin # A317

A Republic India 1 Rupee commemorative coin of 1990, issued to mark the birth centenary of Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar. The obverse carries his bust with the legend “Dr. B.R. AMBEDKAR” in English and Hindi, together with “1990 CENTENARY” below, while the reverse shows the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “Satyameva Jayate”, “भारत” and “INDIA”, and the value “1 RUPEE”.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee
• Year of issue: 1990
• Mint: Bombay (dot centred below the date)
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Diameter: about 26.7 mm, plain round flan
• Condition: Very Fine, evenly circulated with honest wear and a few small toning spots

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Add a significant piece of modern Indian numismatic history to your collection with this 1990 Republic of India 1 Rupee commemorative coin. Struck in durable copper-nickel by the prestigious Bombay Mint, this special issue honors the birth centenary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution and a towering social reformer. The obverse proudly displays a detailed portrait of Dr. Ambedkar alongside bilingual legends commemorating his centenary, while the reverse features the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka. Graded in Very Fine condition, this circulated piece exhibits honest, character-filled wear that appeals to enthusiasts of historical currency. Numismatists and history buffs alike seek out this tribute for its powerful socio-political theme and enduring metallic composition. Please note that the listing photographs capture the exact coin you will receive, ensuring transparency for discerning collectors building a thematic or Republic India set.