What is the symbol on the coin?

Every symbol is specific to a mint where the coin has been manufactured. Therefore, every symbol shows where the coin was made. The Kolkata Mint was the first mint established in India in 1757. Because it was the first mint, the coins minted there bear no “mint mark”.

Why are cross lines on Indian currency?

The parallel lines at the top (with white space between them) are said to make an allusion to the tricolour Indian flag, and also depict an equality sign that symbolises the nation’s desire to reduce economic disparity. The first series of coins with the new rupee sign started in circulation on 8 July 2011.

What is the symbol of Indian coin?

INR is the International Organization for Standardization currency code for the Indian rupee, for which the currency symbol is ₹.

When was the new symbol for Indian rupee officially adopted?

15th July, 2010
The Indian Rupee sign was adopted by the Government of India on 15th July, 2010.

What is watermark in currency?

Watermarks have been used on postage stamps, currency, and other government documents to discourage counterfeiting. A watermark is very useful in the examination of paper because it can be used for dating, identifying sizes, mill trademarks and locations, and determining the quality of a sheet of paper.

What does a dot mean on a coin?

Coins with round dot symbol below the year If there is a circular dot on coins below the year, it means these coins have been minted in Noida mint, established in the year 1984.

What is the theme of the 2 rupee coin?

The theme for the 2 rupee coin has been national integration since the inception of the 2 rupee coin in 1982, and the design continued till 2004 when the controversial 2 rupee with the cross was introduced. The reverse on this coin shows the denomination, country and the four headed lion symbol.

What makes the 2004 2 rupee coin a rare one?

This makes the 2004 2 rupee coin a rare one. The theme for the 2 rupee coin has been national integration since the inception of the 2 rupee coin in 1982, and the design continued till 2004 when the controversial 2 rupee with the cross was introduced. The reverse on this coin shows the denomination, country and the four headed lion symbol.

What does the lion on the Indian rupee coin represent?

The reverse on this coin shows the denomination, country and the four headed lion symbol. The obverse shows the map of India. The small dots on the left are the Lakshadweep Islands, and the line of dots below the “national integration” inscription and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

When was 10 rupee coin minted for the first time?

In 2005, the 10 rupee coin was minted for the first time. Higher denomination coins were introduced due to an increasing demand for change and the increasing cost of printing 2, 5 and 10 rupee banknotes.