Rare 1 Rupee 1983 Republic of India Calcutta Mint Coinage India Coin # A367

Offered here is a Rare 1 Rupee coin of 1983 from Republic India, struck in copper-nickel at the Calcutta Mint. The reverse carries the large numeral 1 flanked by wheat ear sheaves with the Hindi legend above and the date below, while the obverse bears the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “Satyameva Jayate” and the legends “Bharat” and “INDIA”.

• Denomination: 1 Rupee
• Year: 1983
• Mint: Calcutta (no mint mark below the date)
• Metal: Copper-nickel, eleven-sided motif within a round flan
• Diameter: approximately 26 mm
• Condition: Very Fine, evenly circulated with light toning and a few surface scratches

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Step back into the vibrant numismatic history of the Republic of India with this striking 1 Rupee coin, minted in 1983 at the historic Calcutta facility. Struck in durable copper-nickel, this distinctive eleven-sided piece features the iconic Lion Capital of Ashoka on the obverse and a bountiful design of wheat ear sheaves flanking the denomination on the reverse. Issued during an era of significant economic and social evolution, coins from the Calcutta Mint—distinguished by the absence of a mint mark—hold a special allure for dedicated collectors of modern Indian currency.

While carrying the honest character of circulation, this specimen presents a fascinating window into everyday commerce of the early 1980s. Numismatists seek out these vintage Republic pieces to complete chronological runs or to explore the intricate metallurgy and iconography of post-independence India. Authenticity is guaranteed, and you will receive the exact collector’s piece photographed, making it a tangible piece of heritage ready to anchor or expand your growing collection.