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Gandhi 100th birth coins mark first Indian proof set
The government of India announces a limited edition nine coin Gandhi commemorative set for 1970. It features the first Indian silver coin since independence, a 34 mm crown-sized piece, and a 10 rupees denomination. Distribution is by Paramount International Coin Corp. The coins go on sale at $15 with a February 15 order deadline. Bombay mint issues the proofs. Separately, a U.S. bill aims to protect the Great Seal from commercial misuse, while protection for the Presidential and Vice Presidential Seals remains undeclared.
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Mahatma Gandhi
India
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Paramount International Coin Corp
Paramount
Englewood
Ohio
Bombay
Calcutta
Hyderabad
Bombay Mint
Paramount International
House of Representatives
United States
William M. McCulloch
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