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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

2004 – 150 YRS INDIAN POST COMMEMORATION COIN

The first Postage Stamp of India, for use in the entire country, was issued in 1854. To commemorate the 150th anniversary of this event a 1 rupee commemorative coin was issued on 4th October,2004. The other coin issued in this theme, in the denomination of 100 rupees, was only issued as proof and uncirculated specimens.

Specifications
Year of issue – 2004
Obv -- The obverse of this coin shows postage stamp with the logo of India Post, the legend ”INDIA POST”, “150” and “YEARS” in English. It also shows “2004” -- the year of issue, and “Bharatiya Dak” , and “Varsh” in Hindi.
Minted at – Kolkata

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