India 10 rupees Dr Syama P Mookerjee Politics PR69 PCGS CuNi coin 2001

The India 10 rupees commemorative coin honoring Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was issued in 2001 to celebrate the centenary of one of India’s most influential political thinkers and national leaders. Struck in copper-nickel and certified PCGS PR69 Deep Cameo, this proof coin combines exceptional preservation with strong historical and political significance. Its deeply mirrored surfaces and frosted portrait create a refined visual appearance highly valued by collectors of modern Indian numismatics.

The obverse features the Lion Capital of Ashoka, the national emblem of India, above the denomination “10 Rupees.” Hindi and English inscriptions frame the design, while the polished proof fields highlight the sharp details of the three lions, Dharma Chakra wheel, and lettering. The reverse presents a dignified portrait of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee facing slightly to the right, surrounded by bilingual inscriptions identifying his name and the centenary commemoration. The year 2001 appears below the portrait, while the finely engraved facial features, traditional clothing, and circular border emphasize the formal and commemorative nature of the issue.

Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was a prominent Indian politician, educationist, parliamentarian, and founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, an important political movement in post-independence India. He played a major role in national politics, advocated for cultural unity, and contributed to educational reform and parliamentary development. This PR69DCAM certified coin represents both historical remembrance and outstanding proof quality, making it a desirable collectible for enthusiasts of political history, Indian leaders, and graded commemorative coinage.

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