India 200 rupees 200 Years Paika Bidroha Horseman PR68 PCGS silver coin 2017

The 2017 India 200 Rupees silver commemorative coin marks the Bicentenary of the Paika Bidroha, the historic uprising of 1817 in Odisha that is widely regarded as one of the earliest organized armed resistances against colonial rule in India. Certified PR68 DCAM by PCGS, this impressive silver proof issue combines historical significance with exceptional minting quality, featuring deep mirrored fields and frosted design elements that create striking visual contrast.

The reverse presents a dramatic depiction of a Paika warrior mounted on a powerful horse. The rider is shown in traditional attire, holding a curved sword, symbolizing courage, resistance, and military heritage. Fine details include the horse’s bridle, flowing mane, muscular form, the warrior’s garments, ornaments, weapon, commemorative stars, and the dates 1817 and 2017. The obverse features the Lion Capital of Ashoka, India’s national emblem, with three visible lions standing above the Ashoka Chakra wheel. Additional elements include animal motifs at the base of the emblem, the denomination, bilingual legends, and smooth mirrored proof fields.

The Paika Rebellion was led by the warrior militia of Odisha and remains an important chapter in India’s struggle against colonial domination. Certified PCGS PR68 DCAM, this coin is an outstanding collectible for enthusiasts of Indian history, military heritage, freedom movements, and modern commemorative silver coinage.

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