Rare 25 Paise 1980 Rural Women’s Advancement Bombay Mint Republic of India Commemorative Coin # A228

This is a Republic India 25 Paise commemorative coin of 1980, issued for the Food and Agriculture Organization theme “Rural Women’s Advancement”. The reverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “भारत INDIA” and the value 25 PAISE, while the design side shows a woman working the land with farm implements, the bilingual legend and the date 1980 on a distinctive scalloped flan.

• Denomination: 25 Paise
• Year of issue: 1980
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Diameter: approximately 20.0 mm, scalloped flan
• Theme: Rural Women’s Advancement, FAO commemorative series
• Condition: Fine, with even circulation wear and clear main devices
• Mint: Bombay Mint

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Add a meaningful piece of numismatic history to your collection with this Republic of India 25 Paise commemorative coin, struck in 1980 by the prestigious Bombay Mint. Composed of durable copper-nickel, this distinctive piece features a unique scalloped flan measuring approximately 20 millimeters. Issued as part of the important Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) series, the coin honors the theme of “Rural Women’s Advancement,” beautifully depicting a woman working the land with traditional farm implements.

Graded in Fine condition, this circulated piece displays authentic wear from its journey through history while retaining clear details of its iconic imagery and bilingual legends. Collectors are particularly drawn to this issue for its striking social theme and unconventional shape, making it a standout addition to thematic FAO displays or comprehensive Republic India type sets. Please note that the listing images feature the exact coin you will receive, ensuring transparency for discerning numismatists seeking genuine pieces of Indian monetary heritage.