India 5 Rupees Nickel-Brass
Country of Origin: India
Year of Issue: 2017
Denomination: 5 Rupees
Composition: Nickel-Brass (75% Copper, 20% Zinc, 5% Nickel)
Brief Description
A golden-colored circulation coin from India featuring the Lion Capital of Ashoka and the Rupee symbol with denomination.
Historical Significance
This issue belongs to the modern 'New Rupee Symbol' series introduced in 2011, reflecting India's growing economy and the standardized adoption of the ₹ symbol.
Estimated Value
$0.10 - $0.50 circulated, up to $2.00 in Uncirculated condition
Care Instructions
Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid acidic cleaners; if cleaning is necessary, use only mild soap and water followed by patting dry. Generally, circulation coins are stored in flips or tubes.
Mint Mark
None visible (likely Kolkata) or a tiny dot (Noida), diamond (Mumbai), or star (Hyderabad) beneath the date.
Mintage & Rarity
Common; mintage figures for this year are in the hundreds of millions across various mints.
Weight & Diameter
6.0 grams, 23.0 mm
Edge
Reeded (milled)
Apparent Grade
Extremely Fine - shows light circulation wear, minor surface scratches, and some oxidation typical for nickel-brass composition.
Obverse (Front)
The Lion Capital of Ashoka (national emblem) centered, with the text 'BHARAT' in Hindi on the left and 'INDIA' in English on the right. The motto 'Satyameva Jayate' is inscribed below the emblem.
Reverse (Back)
The Rupee symbol (₹) above the numeral '5', flanked by floral patterns on the left and right sides. The year '2017' is inscribed at the bottom.
What Drives This Coin's Value
Mint mark rarity (if a specific scarcer mint is identified), surface condition, and the presence of any striking errors.
Similar Coins
Often confused with the older Cupro-Nickel 5 Rupee coins (which are larger/heavier) or different years featuring commemorative designs.
Authenticity & Counterfeit Red Flags
Check for magnetic properties (should be non-magnetic), verify the weight of 6g, and look for sharp, defined details in the lion emblem.
Notable Varieties & Errors
Rotation errors and off-center strikes are occasional finds for this series.
Created At: 2026-04-28T13:17:36.440139