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5 Paise - Fao, Aluminium Coin

Republic India Coins1976

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Physical specifications

NM-001745

Metal: Aluminium
Weight: 1.5 g
Diameter: 22.32 mm
Shape: Circular
Edge Type: Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.: NM-001745

Denomination	5 Paise
Ruler / Issuer	Government of India
Mint	Government of India Mints (Mumbai / Kolkata / Hyderabad / Noida)
Rarity	Scarce
Estimated Price Range	₹500 – ₹2,000
Era	Republic India Coins

Historical orientation

This coin in its time

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

India context1950

Republic of India

The new republic adopted national emblems and a distinctly Indian coinage identity.

India context1957

Decimalisation

One rupee became 100 naye paise, simplifying the inherited monetary structure.

This specimen1976

This coin’s issue period

Government of India is the catalogue attribution for this specimen.

World context20th–21st century

Modern commemorative coinage

Circulating and collector issues mark national figures, institutions, and milestones.

Overview & History

This commemorative 5 Paise coin was issued to honor "5 Paise - Fao, Aluminium Coin". Released in 1976, it marks a key national milestone and cultural tribute in Indian numismatics. Minted in aluminium, it features detailed artistic motifs commemorating the event or personality.