Description:
Obverse
Also known as "Nepal Bullet Paisa", These 4 Paisa (1955 AD) coins was minted from World War II rifle bullet casing which was used by the Gurkha soldiers who fought against the Japanese in the Pacific. The Bullets were converted into Paisa to commemorate their courage and vigor during the war.
Reverse
Lettering:
श्री भवानी
२०१२
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