To focus an attention to the needs of the young people and the vital role they can play in the creation of a peaceful world, UNO proclaimed the year 1985 as the “INTERNATIONAL YOUTH YEAR”. The symbol adopted by UN for this purpose is — A stylized facial profile of 3 youths against a dove in flight, with an olive branch alongside. India issued a 1 rupee commemorative coin on this theme. The other coins issued in this theme, in the denomination of 10 rupees and 100 rupees, were only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.
Specifications
Year of issue – 1985
Weight -- 6 grams
Metal composition – Cupro Nickel
Diameter – 26 mm
Shape -- Circular
Edge – Security
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows the UN symbol and the legend “INTERNATIONAL YOUTH YEAR” in English, “Antarshtriya yuva barsh” in Hindi and “1985” the year of issue.
Minted at – Kolkata, Mumbai
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