One Pice Complete Year wise Set
                     📄 Title: Indian Coins and Stamps – One Pice Complete Year-Wise 
Set (Republic India)
Introduction:
The One Pice coin holds an important place in India’s early decimal and 
pre-decimal currency history. Though discontinued long ago, it offers 
collectors a unique glimpse into India's post-independence minting period.
A complete year-wise One Pice set is a highly valuable addition to any 
numismatic collection, showcasing the transition from colonial to Republic 
India.
Historical Background:
 Pre-Decimal Use: 1 Pice = 1/64 of a Rupee (before 1957)
 Republic Issue: Continued from 1950 to 1956
 Demonetization: Phased out after decimalization in 1957
 Material: Bronze
 Size & Weight: Larger than today’s coins; approx. 3.2g
Key Features of the One Pice Series:
Attribute Details
Issuing Years 1950 to 1956 (Republic India)
Metal Bronze
Round, with or without hole depending 
Shape
on year
Design Lion Capital, denomination in English & 
Elements Hindi
Kolkata (no mark), Bombay (●), 
Mint Marks
Hyderabad (★)
Year-Wise Highlights:
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Remarks
r
195
First Republic India One Pice coin
0
195 Clear, bold lettering and lion 
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Remarks
r
2 capital motif
195 Often found with visible strike 
5 variations
195
Final issue before withdrawal
6
Collectible Value:
✅ Historical Significance – Symbol of India's early post-independence 
years
✅ Low Mintage in Later Years – Some years harder to find in UNC 
condition
✅ Vintage Bronze Appeal – Rich patina and classic appearance
✅ Pre-Decimal Context – Adds depth to any Republic coin set
Tips for Collectors:
 Look for mint marks and condition variations
 Store in dry, cool environments to preserve bronze finish
 Avoid cleaning, as patina adds to authenticity
 Use coin albums with labeled slots (Year, Mint, Grade)
Stamps Pairing Ideas:
Pair your One Pice coins with stamps from the same year to build an 
integrated historical display.
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Coin Stamp Suggestion
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195 First Republic Republic Day 1950 Commemorative 
0 Pice Stamp
195
With Mint Mark Indian Railways Centenary Stamp
3
195
Final Year Issue UNESCO 10th Anniversary Stamp
6
Conclusion:
The One Pice Year-Wise Set from Republic India is a tribute to the early 
decades of Indian nationhood. Though long out of circulation, these coins 
serve as historic markers of a young republic forging its identity through 
currency. Their size, weight, and classic design make them a must-have 
for collectors and historians alike.