Rare 20 Paise 1982 World Food Day FAO Commemorative Republic of India Coinage Coin # A066

A hexagonal aluminium 20 Paise coin of the Republic of India, struck in 1982 for the World Food Day commemorative issue produced in association with the Food and Agriculture Organisation. The obverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “भारत” and “INDIA” and the value “20 PAISE” below, while the reverse shows a stylised agricultural design with the legend “WORLD FOOD DAY” and the date 1982.

• Denomination: 20 Paise
• Year of issue: 1982
• Metal: aluminium, hexagonal flan
• Measured size: about 27.3 mm across the corners
• Theme: World Food Day, FAO commemorative series
• Condition: Fair, with heavy circulation wear and surface roughness typical of aluminium coinage

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Add a tangible piece of agricultural history to your collection with this distinctive 1982 Republic of India 20 Paise coin. Struck to commemorate World Food Day in cooperation with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), this piece represents a fascinating era of Indian numismatics. Minted from lightweight aluminium on an unusual hexagonal planchet measuring approximately 27.3 mm across the corners, the coin features the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital on the obverse and an expressive agricultural motif on the reverse.

Graded as Fine with heavy used condition, this circulated specimen bears the authentic surface marks and character that tell the story of its time in everyday pockets. Numismatists and thematic collectors covet this particular issue for its unique shape, socio-economic messaging, and global FAO connection. It is an affordable yet deeply engaging acquisition for anyone building a comprehensive Republic of India collection or focusing on global agricultural commemorative coins. Please note that the listing images show the exact coin you will receive, ensuring transparency for your acquisition.