The 1 Rupee Jawaharlal Nehru Coin, issued in 1989, honors the 100th birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister. This commemorative coin is a symbol of India's gratitude for Nehru's visionary leadership and his contributions to shaping modern India.

Material: Copper Nickel

Weight: Approximately 6 grams

Diameter: 25 mm

Obverse: Displays the Ashoka Lion Capital along with the denomination “₹1” and inscriptions “भारत” (Bharat) and “INDIA.”

Reverse: Features an elegant portrait of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru with the inscription "जवाहरलाल नेहरू शताब्दी" (Jawaharlal Nehru Centenary) and the years 1889-1989.


This iconic coin is a sought-after collectible for numismatists and history enthusiasts, reflecting India's post-independence journey.