Rare Pakistani Coin Appraisal

1971 Pakistan 1 Paisa Coin

This is a 1971 Pakistani 1 Paisa coin, a small denomination of currency issued during a pivotal year in the country’s history. The coin is struck in aluminum, giving it its characteristic lightweight feel and bright, silvery-grey metallic color. The obverse side shown features the crescent moon and five-pointed star, traditional symbols of Pakistan, surrounded by an intricate wreath and the denomination. The date '1971' is clearly visible at the bottom of the design, alongside text in both Urdu and Bengali, signifying the bilingual nature of the state prior to the independence of Bangladesh later that year. Physically, the coin is approximately 17mm in diameter with a round, plain edge. Its condition appears to be 'Fine' to 'Very Fine' based on visible details; there is a moderate amount of surface wear, particularly on the higher points of the crescent and star, and several small scratches consistent with circulation. The strike remains relatively sharp, and the metal has avoided significant oxidation or 'zinc rot' often seen in lighter alloy coins of this era. This specific mintage is historically significant as 1971 marked the end of the united East and West Pakistan, making the bilingual inscriptions a unique historical marker of that era's political climate.