| Krause number | KM# 126 |
|---|---|
| Country | Ceylon |
| Denomination | 5 rupees |
| Year | 1957 |
| Subject | 2500th Anniversary - Buddhism |
| Period | Dominion of Ceylon (1955 - 1971) |
| Coin type | Commemorative coins |
| Ruler | Elizabeth II |
| Composition | Silver 0.835 |
| Edge type | Reeded |
| Shape | Round |
| Alignment | Medal (0°) |
| Weight (gr) | 28.26 |
| Diameter (mm) | 39 |
| Mintage | 500.000 |