Rare 10 Rupees 1972 25th Anniversary of Independence Calcutta Mint Republic India Silver Coin # A173

Rare silver 10 Rupees of the Republic of India, issued in 1972 to mark the 25th Anniversary of Independence. The design side shows a man and a woman holding the national flag before the Parliament building, with the Hindi legend and the dual date 1947-1972, while the other side carries the Lion Capital of Ashoka above the value.

• Denomination: 10 Rupees
• Year: 1972, dual dated 1947-1972
• Mint: Calcutta (Kolkata) – no mint mark below the date
• Metal: silver, 0.500 fine, about 22.5 g
• Diameter: about 40 mm as measured from the scan
• Condition: Very Fine, even wear on the high points with light contact marks and hairlines from handling

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Step back into a defining moment of Indian history with this striking Republic of India 10 Rupees coin, minted in 1972 to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of the nation’s independence. Struck at the prestigious Calcutta Mint from 0.500 fine silver, this hefty 22.5-gram commemorative piece captures the patriotic spirit of the era. The obverse powerfully displays citizens proudly hoisting the national flag before Parliament, symbolizing a quarter-century of sovereignty. Graded in Very Fine condition, it exhibits honest, even wear that speaks to its decades of preservation without diminishing its captivating visual appeal. Numismatists and Indian coin enthusiasts prize this issue for its historical resonance and dwindling availability in the secondary market. Because silver commemoratives from this golden era are increasingly sought after by serious portfolio builders and history buffs alike, securing an authentic Calcutta Mint specimen is a rewarding achievement. Rest assured, the exact piece photographed is the one destined for your collection cabinet.