Rs 5 Coin – 60 Years of The Commonwealth Parliament of India (2009)

₹5 Commemorative Coin of 2009 – 60 Years of The Commonwealth Parliament of India was issued by the Government of India Mint to celebrate the diamond jubilee of the Indian Parliament, symbolizing six decades of democratic governance and constitutional excellence.

The reverse side of the coin beautifully depicts the Indian Parliament House with the inscription “60 Years of The Commonwealth Parliament of India” in both Hindi and English, along with the year 2009 below.

The obverse side bears the Lion Capital of Ashoka, the official emblem of India, with inscriptions भारत INDIA, सत्यमेव जयते, and the denomination ₹5 / RUPEES.

This coin is highly collectible as it represents India’s rich democratic legacy and constitutional history, making it an essential addition for numismatists and patriotic collectors.

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Specifications

Denomination: ₹5

Year of Issue: 2009

Theme: 60 Years of the Commonwealth Parliament of India

Issued by: Government of India Mint

Metal Composition: Nickel-Brass

Weight: Approx. 6 grams

Diameter: Approx. 23 mm

Shape: Circular

Obverse: Ashoka Lion Capital, ₹5 denomination

Reverse: Parliament House with anniversary legend

Condition: UNC / Extremely Fine

Rarity: Rare commemorative issue