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Description:
Obverse
Ashoka Lion Capitol within circle of beads, wreath surrounds
NOTE: Different National Emblem Types
Type 2: Asoka lion pedestal more imposing. Side lions with 3 or 4 fur rows, more elegant D in INDIA. The shape of the D in INDIA is the easiest way to distinguish this obverse.
Type 3: Similar to Type I but 2 teeth, 4 to 5 fur rows, smaller lion head.
Reverse
Denomination, date below within circle of beads, wreath surrounds
NOTE:
Different sizes of "10"
NOTE: Different mintmarks
♦ (small dot/diamond) = Mumbai
B (letter "B") = Mumbai Proof Issues
(no mintmark) = Calcutta
* (five-pointed star) = Hyderabad
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