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50 Years of NHPC Limited, ₹50 Silver Proof Coin

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Physical specifications

IGM-CC-0025
Metal
Quaternary silver alloy (50% silver, 40% copper, 5% nickel, 5% zinc)
Weight
Unspecified
Diameter
Unspecified
Shape
Circular
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
IGM-CC-0025
Variety / Classification
Proof Specimen (High-grade collector issue)
Denomination50 Rupees
Ruler / IssuerGovernment of India
MintIndia Government Mint
RarityScarce
Estimated Price Range₹7,700
EraCommemorative Coins of India
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India context

Government of India

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World context

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Overview & History

Issued to mark the 50th anniversary of NHPC Limited (formerly National Hydroelectric Power Corporation), established in 1975. As a premier public sector enterprise, NHPC has played a vital role in India's renewable energy sector, developing major hydropower projects across the country. This coin commemorates its contributions to power generation.