Rare 5 Rupees 1989 Jawaharlal Nehru Centenary Bombay Mint Republic of India Coin # A250

Republic India 5 Rupees commemorative coin of 1989, issued to mark the birth centenary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India. The obverse shows the bust of Nehru facing right with the legend “JAWAHARLAL NEHRU” in English and Hindi, the date 1989 and the word “CENTENARY”. The reverse carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “सत्यमेव जयते”, the legends “भारत” and “INDIA”, and the denomination “5 RUPEES”.

• Denomination: 5 Rupees
• Year of issue: 1989
• Mint: Bombay (dot below the date)
• Metal: copper-nickel
• Diameter: about 33.4 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Extremely Fine, with light handling marks and a few hairline scratches in the fields

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Step back into a pivotal chapter of modern Indian history with this impressive 1989 commemorative five-rupee coin, issued by the Republic of India to honor the birth centenary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the nation’s visionary first Prime Minister. Struck in durable copper-nickel at the prestigious Bombay Mint—distinguished by the authentic mint mark nestled beneath the date—this collectible piece captures the enduring legacy of a towering political figure.

Graded in Extremely Fine condition, the coin displays crisp details on both the Nehru portrait obverse and the regal Ashoka Lion Capital reverse, with only minor handling marks consistent with its age and journey through time. Numismatists and history enthusiasts alike will prize this specimen for its metallic heft, historical resonance, and the distinct craftsmanship of late-20th-century Indian minting. Whether you are expanding a thematic Republic India collection, seeking a tangible piece of political heritage, or searching for a thoughtful gift for a fellow historian, this authentic Nehru centenary issue is a timeless addition to any display cabinet.