Indian 2-rupee coin
The Indian 2-rupee coin is a denomination of the Indian rupee. The 2 rupee coin was introduced in India in 1982. Until then, the Rs.2 was in circulation in banknotes. The old Rs.2 coin was minted with cupro-nickel metal. The new Rs.2 coin was minted in ferritic stainless steel.Features
Old Rs.2
- The old Rs.2 coin was of 26mm diameter.
- The weight of the coin is 6 grams.
- The shape is eleven-sided or cornered.
Rs.2 coin (no rupee sign)
- The Rs.2 coin is of 27mm diameter.
- The weight of the coin is 5.62 grams.
- The shape is circular.
Rs.2 coin (new rupee sign)
- The Rs.2 coin is of 25mm diameter.
- The weight of the coin is 4.5 grams.
- The shape is circular.
