This 5 rupee commemorative coin honours Indira Gandhi and carries her life dates, 1917-1984. It is a big-size coin, noticeably larger and heavier than an everyday 5 rupee piece, issued to mark her memory rather than for general circulation. The issue was struck at more than one Indian mint, so examples can differ slightly in their mint mark.
Larger commemorative coins from this era are sought after because their heavier, wider format makes them stand out in a collection. As with all commemoratives, condition is the deciding factor in value: a coin with crisp detail and original surfaces sits well above a worn example. The specific mint and issue also play a part, so the same design can vary in price from piece to piece.
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