Very Rare 5 Rupees Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev Copper Nickel Commemorative Bombay Mint Coinage Republic India Coin # A263

Rare Republic India 5 Rupees commemorative coin issued in honour of the social reformer and saint Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev. The obverse carries his facing bust with the legend in English and Devanagari, while the reverse shows the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “Satyamev Jayate”, the value 5 and “INDIA / RUPEES” in both scripts.

• Denomination: 5 Rupees
• Year: not clearly legible on this piece; mint mark area below the bust is also unclear
• Metal: cupro-nickel, milled edge
• Diameter: about 25.2 mm as measured on the scan
• Theme: Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev commemorative issue
• Condition: Fine, honest circulation wear with light scratches and grey-brown tone
• Mint: Bombay Mint

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Add a meaningful piece of Indian numismatic history to your collection with this Republic India 5 Rupees commemorative coin. Issued by the Bombay Mint, this copper-nickel piece honors the revered social reformer and saint, Jagath Guru Sree Narayana Gurudev. The obverse showcases a detailed facing bust of the saint accompanied by inscriptions in both English and Devanagari, while the reverse proudly displays the iconic Ashoka Lion Capital alongside the national motto. Measuring approximately 25.2 mm with a classic milled edge, this specimen bears the warm grey-brown tone and honest circulation wear characteristic of a Fine (Heavy USED) grade. While the exact issuance year and mint mark area remain obscured due to wear, the coin’s authentic character tells a story of everyday circulation. Collectors of commemorative issues, Indian Republic coinage, and thematic exonumia seek out this tribute to Sree Narayana Gurudev to enrich their cabinets with pieces dedicated to influential spiritual and social leaders. You will receive the exact coin shown in the product photographs, carefully secured for safe transit.