Whoever performs on any coin any operation which alters the appearance of that coin with the intention that that coin shall pass as a coin of a different description, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, and shall also be liable to fine.
Section history
Section 248 — Altering appearance of any coin with intent that it shall pass as a coin of a different description
As in force on 30 March 1987.