Aluminium 10 Paise of Republic India (AD 1986) of Bombay Mint Clipping/Sun Bust Error

Republic India, (AD 1986), Aluminium 10 Paise, Bombay Mint, Obv: Denomination & Date, Rev: Ashok Pillar Emblem, Inscription, 1.76 Gms, 22.98 mm, Clipping Error along with Slight Sun Bust Error on Reverse, Extremely Fine, Rare.

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This is a remarkable piece of Indian numismatic history—a 1986 Aluminium 10 Paise coin minted at the prestigious Bombay Mint (now Mumbai). Struck during the early decades of independent India’s Republic era, this coin features the denomination and year on the obverse, while the reverse showcases the iconic Ashok Pillar Emblem with inscriptions, weighing 1.76 grams and measuring 22.98mm in diameter.

What makes this specimen truly exceptional is the presence of a **Clipping Error combined with a Slight Sun Burst Error**—manufacturing anomalies that occurred during the striking process, making it a prized find for error coin collectors. These mint errors are relatively scarce and highly sought after by numismatists worldwide. The coin is graded in Almost Uncirculated (Almost UNC) condition, indicating minimal wear and exceptional preservation since its release nearly four decades ago.

This rare error variety represents both a significant piece of Indian monetary history and a valuable investment for serious collectors. Such pieces with documented minting irregularities command premium prices in the numismatic market and serve as tangible connections to India’s post-independence economic development.

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