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| Special Commemorative Cover depicting the picture of SM Shukla |
Numismatics in India has come a long way from its humble beginnings in the late 18th century when a handful of scholars came together to study some Roman coins they had recently discovered. It is today a respected and well known pursuit, perceived to contribute richly to developing an understanding of our past.
S. M. Shukla, the legendary numismatician, played a stellar role in the rise of numismatics in India by inspiring generations of coin collectors to excel in this pursuit. 'Shukla Day' is observed every year to remember his contributions. He spread awareness about the rich monetary history and heritage of the country and generated a sense of pride in the public about this precious inheritance.
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| Dignitaries with the album containing the Special Commemorative Cover. |
The Department of Posts issued a Special Cover on 22 April 2016 to focus attention on Numismatics and the contributions of S. M. Shukla. The Special Cover was released at Mumbai by E.V. Rao, Director Postal Services, Mumbai Region.
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