India 20 rupees Fisheries KM-242 FAO Food Day MS 63 PCGS CuNi coin 1986

India 20 Rupees 1986 FAO Fisheries commemorative coin is a striking issue dedicated to the importance of fisheries, food production, and coastal livelihoods. Released as part of India’s participation in international food and agricultural themes promoted through the FAO program, this coin highlights the vital role fishing communities play in supporting nutrition, trade, and sustainable development. This certified PCGS MS63 example combines historical relevance with attractive reflective surfaces and detailed maritime artwork.

The reverse presents an impressive fishing scene filled with movement and detail. A fisherman standing inside a small boat pulls a large fishing net from the water while another fisherman works from a second boat in the background. Visible details include fishing equipment, textured waves, net mesh patterns, clothing folds, head coverings, boat structures, and water surface engraving. The design is framed by bilingual inscriptions, the date 1986, the word “Fisheries,” and the FAO abbreviation positioned below the fishing net. The obverse displays the Lion Capital of Ashoka with three lions, the national emblem, wheel motifs, supporting animals on the base, denomination, bilingual legends, and the national motto beneath the emblem.

Struck in copper-nickel and certified MS63 by PCGS, this coin represents an attractive combination of maritime history, agriculture, food production, and social heritage. Its detailed fishing imagery and FAO connection make it particularly desirable among thematic collectors.

A fascinating addition for collectors of maritime themes, food history, FAO programs, fishing topics, and Indian commemorative coinage.

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