2017 Bicentenary of Paika Bidroha ₹200 Proof Coin – Wooden Box Packing

2017 Bicentenary of Paika Bidroha ₹200 Proof Coin – Wooden Box Packing

An important Indian commemorative proof coin issued to mark the bicentenary of the Paika Rebellion of 1817, a historic uprising against the British East India Company in Odisha, led by Bakshi Jagabandhu. This special ₹200 coin commemorates the courage and resistance of the Paikas and their contribution to India's freedom struggle.

The reverse features Bakshi Jagabandhu riding a horse, with the inscription “Bicentenary of Paika Bidroha” and the years 1817–2017. The obverse displays the Ashoka Lion Capital, the denomination ₹200 and the inscriptions “भारत” and “INDIA”.

Struck at the Mumbai Mint, this commemorative coin is made from a 50% silver quaternary alloy and weighs 35 grams. Presented in its wooden proof presentation box, it is an attractive collectible for enthusiasts of Indian commemorative coins, Odisha history and modern Indian numismatics.

Year: 2017

Commemorative occasion: Bicentenary of Paika Bidroha

Denomination: ₹200

Coin type: Proof coin

Mint: Mumbai

Composition: 50% silver, 40% copper, 5% nickel and 5% zinc

Weight: 35 grams

Diameter: 44 mm

Packaging: Wooden presentation box

Catalogue reference: KM#511