5 Rupees - 100 Years of Civil Aviation

Country of Origin: India

Year of Issue: 2011

Denomination: 5 Rupees

Composition: Nickel-Brass (75% Copper, 20% Zinc, 5% Nickel)

5 Rupees - 100 Years of Civil Aviation

Brief Description

A gold-colored circulation commemorative coin featuring the Lion Capital of Ashoka and a commercial aircraft to celebrate the centenary of Indian civil aviation.

Historical Significance

Commemorates the centenary of Civil Aviation in India (1911-2011). The first commercial flight in India took place in 1911 between Allahabad and Naini, carrying mail.

Estimated Value

$0.50 - $2.00 in circulated condition; $5.00 - $10.00 in Uncirculated (UNC) grade.

Care Instructions

Store in a PVC-free coin holder or album. Avoid cleaning or polishing as it destroys numismatic value and surface luster.

Mint Mark

Dot (Noida Mint) or Diamond (Mumbai Mint); based on general issues, the Noida mint 'Dot' is common.

Mintage & Rarity

Common; high mintage for general circulation throughout India.

Weight & Diameter

6.0 grams, 23.0 mm

Edge

Reeded (milled)

Apparent Grade

Very Fine / Extremely Fine. Noticeable surface marks and slight oxidation on the obverse, but design details remain sharp.

Obverse (Front)

Lion Capital of Ashoka with the motto 'Satyameva Jayate' below. Denomination numeral '5' and rupee symbol '₹' at the bottom. 'Bharat' in Hindi and 'INDIA' in English on the sides.

Reverse (Back)

Features a logo showing numeric '100' with an airplane flying over it. Inscriptions: '100 Years of Civil Aviation' in Hindi (upper arc) and English (lower arc), and dates '1911-2011'.

What Drives This Coin's Value

Mint mark, condition (lack of scratches/stains), and presence of original luster are the primary value drivers for this common issue.

Similar Coins

Other 5 Rupee commemorative issues from 2011, such as the 'Mother Teresa' or 'ICMR' coins, which share the same metal composition and size.

Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags

Check for magnetic properties (should be non-magnetic), verify weight precisely (6g), and look for crispness in the lettering of the motto.

Notable Varieties & Errors

Varies by mint (Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Noida); collectors often try to find examples from all four mints.

Created At: 2026-05-12T08:14:09.054408