5 rs Mahatma Basaveshwara Commemorative Coin | Rare India Coin

5 Mahatma Basaveshwara Coin was issued by the Government of India Mint to honor Mahatma Basaveshwara (Basavanna) — the great social reformer, philosopher, and founder of the Lingayat movement in the 12th century.

This commemorative coin pays tribute to Basaveshwara’s remarkable contributions to social equality, moral values, and spiritual enlightenment. He advocated for a casteless society, women’s empowerment, and the unity of humanity through his teachings in “Vachanas.”

The reverse side of the coin features a beautifully detailed portrait of Mahatma Basaveshwara with inscriptions in Hindi and English.

The obverse side displays the Lion Capital of Ashoka, the denomination “₹5,” and the inscriptions भारत INDIA सत्यमेव जयते.

A highly collectible coin that represents India’s rich cultural and philosophical heritage — a must-have for serious numismatists and history lovers.

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Specifications

Denomination: ₹5

Theme: Mahatma Basaveshwara Commemoration

Issued by: Government of India Mint

Metal: Nickel or Stainless Steel (varies by issue year)

Weight: ≈ 6 g

Diameter: ≈ 23 mm

Obverse: Ashoka Lion Capital, ₹5 denomination

Reverse: Portrait of Mahatma Basaveshwara

Condition: UNC / Extremely Fine

Rarity: Rar

e circulation commemorative coin