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A decade. Two volumes. One remarkable journey.
Part II of Stamps, Coins and Banknotes Issued during the Premiership of Shri Narendra Modi is now available.

Documenting the second term from 2019–2024, this volume adds another chapter to a collection that preserves moments through the years.

Get your copy today on Mintage World, Flipkart & Amazon.

#NarendraModi #25yearsofmodi #25Years #ModiBookPart2 #BookLaunch

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🪔 The USPS unveils its second Diwali stamp today! Featuring a colorful rangoli, the new forever stamp will be dedicated at the Embassy of India in Washington, D.C.

https://t.co/GQCeM9EULw

#Diwali #Stamps

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Silver Tetradrachm of the Northern Kshatrapas

The Kshatrapas of Kashmir form part of the fascinating history of the northwestern Indian subcontinent, a region shaped by the movement of Central Asian peoples and the interaction of diverse cultures. Among these were the Sakas, or Scythians, who established their authority over territories in present-day Pakistan and northwestern India. Their rulers adopted the title Kshatrapa, derived from an Old Persian term meaning governor or territorial protector. Over time, some Kshatrapas exercised considerable autonomy, leaving behind a rich numismatic legacy.

For more info., https://t.co/o2tGSZeOzm

#SilverTetradrachm #Zeionises #Kshatrapas #IndoScythian #AncientCoins #Numismatics #Coins #money #AncientIndia #Taxila #Kharosthi #Bactrian #ScythianHistory #CoinsofIndia

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Numismatics Masterpiece - Gold Dodda Honnu of Krishnadevaraya, Vijayanagara Empire

The Vijayanagara Empire, founded in 1336, was one of the most influential powers in medieval South India. Its rulers fostered a flourishing cultural and artistic environment, supporting temple architecture, literature, sculpture, trade, and coinage. The empire reached the height of its political power under Krishnadevaraya (r. 1509–1529), one of its most celebrated monarchs and a distinguished patron of religion and the arts.

For more info., https://t.co/OppcSknUeB

#krishnadevaraya #VijayanagaraEmpire #DoddaHonnu #GoldCoins #Numismatics #AncientCoins #IndianHistory #Coins #money #LordVenkateshwara #Tirupati #Kanakabhishekam #MedievalIndia #CoinsofIndia

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🪔 Canada Post's new Diwali stamp features a traditional garland of marigolds and mango leaves, symbolizing welcome and good fortune. The colorful Oct. 19 issue marks Canada's eighth Diwali stamp release.

https://t.co/XMKme1WKGi

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Happy Birthday to the Legend

#Rockstar #India #Cinema #Bollywood #Philately

https://t.co/0QVA9FAT16

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Celebrate the Spirit of Dussehra through Philately

As we celebrate the joyous festival of Dussehra, let us explore a special postage stamp that captures the vibrant spirit of India’s festive traditions. Issued by India Post on 7 October 2008, the ₹5 commemorative stamp titled “Dussehra, Kolkata” celebrates the festival through the distinctive cultural and artistic traditions of West Bengal, where Dussehra is closely associated with the grand celebrations of Durga Puja.

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, marks the triumph of good over evil. Across India, the festival is celebrated through diverse customs, reflecting the country’s rich cultural and religious heritage. In many regions, it commemorates Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, while in West Bengal; Vijayadashami marks the culmination of Durga Puja, celebrating Goddess Durga’s victory over the buffalo demon Mahishasura.

For more info., https://t.co/c3t4q9sU0h

Happy Dussehra to all! May the victory of good over evil inspire peace, courage, and prosperity in every life. 🙏🌺📮

#Dussehra #DurgaPuja #Vijayadashami #GoddessDurga #Kolkata #FestivalsOfIndia #IndiaPost #IndianStamps #Philately #StampCollecting #PostageStamps #IndianHeritage

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Goddess Parvati on #British Stamp #Royal #Mail

On the auspicious occasion of Navaratri, let us explore a remarkable example of India’s artistic and spiritual heritage being celebrated on an international postage stamp. In 2003, the Royal Mail of the United Kingdom issued a commemorative set featuring six extraordinary artefacts from the collections of the British Museum. Among them was a 42-pence stamp depicting a South Indian sculpture of Goddess Parvati, dating to approximately 1550 CE. This beautiful representation of the Hindu goddess brought India’s rich sculptural tradition to a wider international audience.

The story behind this stamp issue is connected to Sir Hans Sloane, an eminent physician, naturalist, and collector whose extensive collection of books, manuscripts, natural history specimens, and antiquities laid the foundation for the British Museum. Following his death in 1753, his collection was bequeathed to the nation, leading to the establishment of the museum in 1753. The 2003 stamp issue commemorated the 250th anniversary of his death and celebrated the extraordinary diversity of the museum’s collections.

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https://t.co/ntkVDcxTrQ

#Philately #Navaratri #DurgaPuja2026 #Sculpting #India #Hindu #festival

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A collector’s look at India’s recent history. 🇮🇳

Explore stamps, coins and banknotes issued during the premiership of Shri Narendra Modi, covering the years 2019–2024.

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#NarendraModi #25yearsofmodi #25Years #ModiBookPart2 #BookLaunch

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Goddess Durga on an East German Postage Stamp

The artistic and spiritual heritage of India has travelled far beyond its geographical boundaries, finding appreciation in museums, art collections, and cultural traditions across the world. A fascinating example of this international recognition is the postage stamp depicting Goddess Durga, issued by the German Democratic Republic (GDR) or East Germany, on 8 May 1979. Part of a series titled Indian Miniatures; the stamp reproduces an 18th-century Indian miniature painting of the goddess, bringing together India’s religious iconography and its rich artistic legacy.

For more info., https://t.co/RGZTEXDObF

#GoddessDurga #Navratri #IndianMiniatures #Philately #StampCollecting #PostageStamps #IndianArt #IndianHeritage #HinduHeritage #EastGermany #PostalHistory

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Goddess Durga form – Palanchowk Bhagwati on a Nepalese Postage Stamp

Today, we celebrate the seventh day of Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Kalaratri, one of the powerful manifestations of Goddess Durga, let us explore a beautiful example of Nepal’s religious and philatelic heritage: a definitive postage stamp depicting Palanchowk Bhagwati, also revered as Shree Durga Bhawani.

Goddess Bhagwati holds a special place in Nepalese religious traditions, where she is worshipped as a manifestation of the Divine Mother and a symbol of feminine power, protection, and courage. The Palanchowk Bhagwati Temple, located in the Kavrepalanchok district of Nepal, is one of the country’s celebrated Shakti shrines.

For more info., https://t.co/o4oOegIHjD

#Navratri #Day7OfNavratri #GoddessDurga #MaaKalaratri #PalanchowkBhagwati #DurgaBhawani #NepalStamps #Philately #StampCollecting #PostageStamps #NepalHeritage #ShaktiUpasana

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Goddess Durga on a Gupta-Period Terracotta Plaque on India’s 1989 Stamp

As today marks the sixth day of Navratri, we pay tribute to Goddess Durga, the embodiment of divine feminine power, courage, and protection, through a remarkable Indian postage stamp issued in 1989 to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Lucknow State Museum. The stamp offers a glimpse into India’s rich artistic heritage by showcasing an exquisite terracotta representation of the goddess, dating back to the Gupta period.

For more info., https://t.co/TvHFJMPq1o

#Navratri #GoddessDurga #PostageStamps #GuptaPeriod #CulturalHeritage #LucknowMuseum #StampCollecting #philately #India #hindu #festival
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Celebrating the Spirit of Durga Puja through a Child’s Art Stamp

With Navratri celebrations in full swing, it is the perfect time to look back at a wonderfully vibrant postage stamp presented by India Post on November 14, 2005, marking the occasion of Children's Day. The stamp beautifully captures the festive spirit of Durga Puja through the innocent and imaginative perspective of a child, bringing together India’s rich cultural traditions, devotion to the Divine Mother, and the creativity of young artists.

For more info., https://t.co/Kfb9YZDx4h

#DurgaPuja #Navaratri #ChildrensDay #IndianPhilately #PostageStamps #CulturalHeritage #YoungArtists #IndiaPost #philately #India #Hindu #Festivals

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Goddess Kali on a Nagapattinam Copper Stuiver Coin

In the spirit of Navratri, a copper coin from Nagapattinam bearing the facing figure of Goddess Kali offers a fascinating connection between India's numismatic heritage and its enduring traditions of goddess worship.

Nagapattinam, situated on the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu along the Bay of Bengal, has a history closely associated with maritime trade, religious exchange, and the cultural development of southern India. Its strategic coastal location made it an important link between the fertile Kaveri delta and overseas trading networks connecting Sri Lanka and Southeast Asia.

For more info., https://t.co/7j9d4PXoNo

#Navratri #GoddessKali #Shakti #IndianNumismatics #Numismatics #Coins #Nagapattinam #TamilHistory #IndianHistory #HistoricCoins #CoinOfTheDay #money

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Shiva and Parvati on a Gold Varaha of Devaraya I, Vijayanagara Empire

Navratri celebrates the many manifestations of the Divine Feminine, or Shakti, representing the power that sustains the universe and triumphs over evil. On the fifth day, devotees worship Goddess Skandamata, the maternal form of Goddess Parvati and the mother of Lord Skanda, also known as Kartikeya. She embodies maternal love, compassion, protection, and divine strength.

Henceforth, we present gold Varaha of Devaraya I, Vijayanagara Empire (c. 1336–1646 CE). The empire was one of the most influential political powers in South Indian history.

For more info., https://t.co/ZMZhZdLWyq

#VijayanagaraEmpire #DevarayaI #GoldVaraha #IndianNumismatics #CoinCollecting #Shiva #GoddessParvati #Shakti #Navratri #IndianHistory #coins #money #numismatics #goldcoin

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Celebrating Navratri through Numismatics: Gold Pagoda of the Kadambas of Hangal

The coinage of medieval Karnataka offers fascinating insights into the political authority, artistic traditions, and cultural heritage of South India. Among its notable examples is a gold pagoda attributed to the Kadambas of Hangal, bearing the name of Shivachitta and distinguished by the striking depiction of a lion on its obverse.

The Kadambas of Hangal emerged as an important regional power in Karnataka during the medieval period. Originating around Hangal, they maintained connections with larger Deccan powers while exercising varying degrees of political independence. Their coinage forms a valuable part of the numismatic heritage of the region, reflecting the artistic conventions and monetary practices of their time.

For more info., https://t.co/Z5931wr6NG

#Numismatics #Coins #Kadambas #KarnatakaHistory #Navratri #GoddessDurga #IndianHeritage #money #goldcoin

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Kubera, God of Wealth, on a Rare Dramma of the Early Rashtrakutas

The coinage of medieval Maharashtra offers fascinating glimpses into the region’s political history, artistic traditions, and religious beliefs. Among its most intriguing examples is an exceedingly rare, uninscribed silver dramma, weighing 1.07 grams, attributed to the early Rashtrakutas. Distinguished by a three-quarter-profile male bust on the obverse and an image of Kubera, the Hindu god of wealth, on the reverse, this unusual coin represents a remarkable blend of portraiture and religious symbolism.

For more info., https://t.co/sswsl0sEw2

#Numismatics #IndianCoins #Rashtrakutas #Kubera #Coins #IndianHistory #Coins #money #silvercoins

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