Following the historic launch of the ₹100 commemorative coin to mark the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October, demand for the limited-edition silver coin has surged among collectors and volunteers.

While the coin is legal tender, it is not meant for general circulation. It is a premium collectible minted by the Government of India. Here is a complete guide on how to book this coin online and what makes it unique.

Where to Buy Online?

The most reliable source to purchase the coin is the official website of the Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India Limited (SPMCIL).

1. Official Website: Visit www.indiagovtmint.in (India Government Mint, Kolkata).
2. Navigation: Go to the “Commemorative Coins” section or search for “Centennial Celebration Collection.”
3. Booking: Look for the listing titled “100 Years of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh”. If stocks are available, you can add it to your cart.
4. Registration: You will need to create an account with a valid ID proof (PAN/Aadhaar) to complete the purchase.

Note: Due to high demand, the coin may occasionally go “Out of Stock” on the official site. In such cases, private numismatic dealers and collector websites (like CoinBazaar or Collection Bazzar) may list the coin, often at a significant premium (sometimes double the original price).

Price of the Coin

• Official Mint Price: The Proof Coin set (in a booklet/folder) is priced at approximately ₹10,689.
• Market Value: On private collector websites, the price has been spotted ranging from ₹19,000 to ₹23,000, reflecting its high collectibility.

Key Features & Design

This coin is unique for several reasons, most notably its design choices which stirred conversations upon release.

• Denomination: ₹100
• Metal: Pure Silver (99.9%)
• Weight: 40 grams
• Obverse (Front): Features the Lion Capital of Ashoka Pillar with “Satyamev Jayate” and the denomination ₹100.
• Reverse (Back): Depicts the image of Bharat Mata (Mother India) holding a saffron flag, with RSS volunteers (swayamsevaks) saluting her. This is reportedly the first time “Bharat Mata” has been depicted on an official Indian government coin.
• Inscriptions: “1925-2025” and the RSS motto: “Rashtraya Swaha, Idam Rashtraya, Idam Na Mama” (Dedicated to the nation, this is for the nation, not for me).

Why is it Trending?

The coin commemorates the 100-year journey of the RSS, founded in 1925 by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur. With the centenary celebrations peaking in 2025, this coin serves as a significant memento for millions of followers and history enthusiasts, symbolizing a century of the organization’s influence on Indian society.