Obverse: Lion Capital of Ashoka with the inscription “भारत INDIA” and “सत्यमेव जयते” (Truth Alone Triumphs).
Reverse: Denomination “2” with the year 2001 and diamond mintmark below.
Composition: Stainless steel.
Weight: 5.83 g.
Diameter: 26 mm.
Edge: Smooth.
Mint: Mumbai (diamond).
Historical Insight:
The 2 rupee denomination became a standard medium-value coin in everyday Indian commerce, reflecting India’s growing economy at the turn of the 21st century.
Collecting Note:
Its Mumbai mintmark (diamond) provides additional numismatic detail for tracking mint varieties within Indian coinage.
Verified 🇮🇳 INDIA – Republic Coinage After Independence 2 Rupees 2001
Owner: Babushka