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BIRTH CENTENARY OF SMT. VIJAYA RAJE SCINDIA

Commemorative India2001

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Physical specifications

IGM-SET-0155
Metal
Silver Alloy
Shape
Circular
Edge Type
Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.
IGM-SET-0155
Denomination100 Rupees
Ruler / IssuerGovernment of India
MintN/A
RarityCommemorative Issue
Estimated Price Range₹15,979
EraCommemorative India
Historical orientation

This coin in its time

Dates are contextual and approximate; the highlighted entry is the catalogue issue period.

India context

Government of India

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This specimen

This coin’s issue period

Government of India is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

World context

Trade and cultural exchange

Coin designs, metals, standards, and inscriptions often reflect contact between neighbouring regions.

Overview & History

Official commemorative coin set issued by the India Government Mint (SPMCIL). Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia popularly known as Rajmata of Gwalior was born on 11th October 1919 at Sagar in Madhya Pradesh. She was named Lekha Divyeshwari Devi at birth. She was educated at home initially, later studying at the Vasanta College, Banaras and the Isabella Thoburn College, Lucknow. After completing her education, she was inspired by the Indian freedom movement and joined the struggle for independence. In 1941, at the age of 22, she was married to Jivajirao Scindia, Maharaja of Gwalior. Her political journey started in 1957 when she won the Guna Lok Sabha seat in Madhya Pradesh. Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia remained Member of Parliament for many years between 1957 and 1998. She believed in educating the girl child and women empowerment. She was a writer and penned an autobiography; The Last Maharani of Gwalior, proved a bestseller. It provides many valuable details of her life and career. Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia died on 25th January, 2001. Note – Advance Booking – Dispatch tentatively in 90 working days. **If the amount is debited once or an error page comes up, wait for order acknowledgement, 6 digit unique order ID will be sent through email. ***DO NOT RE-ATTEMPT FOR THE PAYMENT*** Disclaimer: 1) Cancellation, Replacement and Refund Policy Confirmed orders shall not be cancelled and no refund request shall be entertained under any circumstances. The value of the coin is based on the market prices of the metal and is subject to change. Only replacement request of Commemorative Coin shall be considered depending on the merit of the case/reason for asking for replacement (e.g. damaged coin/packaging). All Commemorative Coin are dispatched though India Post as insured parcel and India Government Mint, Kolkata does not take responsibility for lost in transit cases. However, India Government Mint, Kolkata shall make efforts in it’s capacity to resolve such matter in consultation with India Post. 2) Update on Customer Data: Customer(s) must notify us of any changes in their data within 24 hours of placing an order through email (marketing.igmk@spmcil.com, support@spmcil.com) Changes to the shipping address will not be accommodated once the order is processed for dispatch. Any communication in this regard will not be entertained. 3) Delivery timelines: Tentative Dispatch Period: around 90 working ​​days, post-payment confirmation. Delivery Period: As per standard postal procedures (India Post) Orders are processed in the order sequence as they arrive, i.e. First in – First Out. No requests for fast tracking the order(s) will be entertained 4) Grievances and Returns: Any complaints regarding the non-receipt of coins must be reported to the concerned department within 45 days from the dispatch date. Replacements are not feasible after 1 days after receipt of coin & post that any requests for the same will not be entertained.