India 5 Rupees 1996 Coin - Ashoka Lion Capital & Floral Design

For sale is an Indian 5 Rupees coin from the year 1996, an item that embodies the rich cultural heritage of India. The obverse of the coin proudly features the famous Lion Capital of Ashoka, an iconic national emblem of India symbolizing power, courage, and sovereignty, and prominently displayed on currency, banknotes, and official documents. Surrounding the emblem are the words "भारत" (Bharat, India in Hindi) and "INDIA" in English, along with the timeless national motto "सत्यमेव जयते" (Satyameva Jayate - Truth Alone Triumphs) inscribed below the emblem. The reverse side centrally displays the numeral "5", indicating its face value of five Rupees. Flanking the numeral are stylized lotus flower designs, a symbol of purity and creativity in Indian culture. Above the numeral is the word "रुपये" (Rupaye in Hindi), and below it are the word "RUPEES" and the year of issue "1996". The coin is made of a copper-nickel alloy, which gives it durability and a lasting shine. This circulated coin is a valuable and significant addition to any world coin collection or an item that tells a story of India at the close of the 20th century.