1986 - 10 PAISE - BOMBAY MINT - ERROR COIN - THE KALYUG COIN

Coin Name - THE KALYUG COIN

A Coin That Tells the Story of an Age
This is not just a rare coin—it is a powerful symbol of time, belief, and transformation. A truly one-of-a-kind piece that carries meaning far beyond its material value.

Rarity & Symbolism
On the reverse side of the coin is inscribed “Satyamev Jayate” in Hindi—India’s national motto, derived from the ancient Mundaka Upanishad 6th century BCE. It stands for the eternal truth: “Truth Alone Triumphs.”
What makes this coin extraordinary is that the inscription is fading—a rare physical detail that transforms it into something far more meaningful than a standard mint.

A Reflection of Kalyug
In Hindu belief, the world is currently in Kalyug—the age of decline, where truth and righteousness gradually diminish.
This coin eerily mirrors that belief. The fading of “Satyamev Jayate”—a phrase that represents truth—symbolizes the very essence of Kalyug: the slow erosion of truth in the world.

Even more striking is that the symbol of its origin, India—the guardian of this motto—also appears to be fading, reinforcing this profound narrative.

A Meaning Beyond Metal
This coin is not merely currency—it is a reflection of the times we live in.
It captures the philosophical belief of over a 1.2 billion people, embodying the contrast between eternal truth and the age where it seems to fade.

Coin Name: India Decimal Series 10 Paise
Country: India
Denomination: 10 Paise
Year: 1986
Mint: Bombay Mint
Mint Mark: None
Metal: Aluminium-Magnesium Alloy
Weight: 1.76 grams
Diameter: 23.03 mm
Shape: Scalloped (8 Notches)
Edge: Plain
Condition: Very Fine (VF) / Mint Error
Error Type: Partial Weak Strike / Grease-Filled Die Error
Authenticity: Genuine Mint Error