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INDIA, Republic, experimental Pattern bimetallic 5 Rupees, 2004b, small lion, rev. hand, expt superimposed in field, 12h (cf. KM. 330 for obv. type). Extremely fine, a most unusual pattern, extremely rare £1,200-1,500

Slabbed in PCGS holder, graded SP 63.

An experimental bimetallic pattern from the ‘Mudra’ series (hand postures from Indian classical dance), designed by the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. To date, no bimetallic 5 Rupees have been struck for circulation by any of the Indian mints