Description
Product Description:
The 2 Paise aluminium-magnesium coin was issued by the Government of India during the early decimal coinage period (1964–1971). The obverse features the Lion Capital of Ashoka with “भारत / INDIA”, while the reverse shows the denomination “2 Paise,” year of issue, and scalloped (flower-shaped) border design.
Made from lightweight aluminium-magnesium alloy, this coin was introduced for small denomination transactions and is now a collectible piece of vintage Indian numismatics.
Key Features:
🧾 Denomination: 2 Paise
🏛️ Issued by: Government of India
📅 Years of Issue: 1964–1971 (example: 1967 issue shown)
🪙 Metal: Aluminium-Magnesium Alloy
⚖️ Weight: Approx. 1.5 g
📏 Shape: Scalloped (8-scallop edges)
🌟 Design (Obverse): Lion Capital of Ashoka with “भारत / INDIA”
💰 Design (Reverse): Denomination “2 Paise” with year of issue
💎 Condition: Circulated / Collectible
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