5 Paisa, 1957-66

Copper nickel 5 naye paise (1957-63) and 5 paise (1964-67) coins, issued after decimalization. This was the first time this denomination was used in coinage. These are square coins with rounded corners - a shape subsequently retained by the lighter aluminum coins. These coins were minted at Bombay, Calcutta and Hyderabad mints.

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Size: 22 mm (side, approx)

Weight: 4.05 grams (approx)

Coins are part of a lot. The coin you get will not be the coin in the picture, but will be a coin in similar condition. Price is for 1 coin.