Monday 18 December 2023

Malaysia Commemorative Coins 2023 : UPSI 100th Anniversary

Bank Negara Malaysia issued of commemorative coins in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI).

The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations:

1. Coloured Sterling Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)
The square coin – Malaysia’s first – is made of sterling silver with 92.5 purity, and weighs 43 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM440 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces.

Obverse – The obverse features the majestic Suluh Budiman building at UPSI’s campus in Tanjung Malim cast against a 3D engraving of a tembusu tree, one of several which dot the campus. Both the building and the tree symbolise the historic of UPSI, when it was known as the Sultan Idris Training College (SITC). The text “SAMBUTAN 100 TAHUN UPSI” is shown in the middle of the coin. 

Reverse – The text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA”, as the issuing authority of the numismatic coins, is shown in the circumference of a stylised motif of the The text “10 RINGGIT” which denotes the face value is shown on the left, while silhouettes of UPSI graduates, fondly known as Anak Kandung Suluh Budiman, is shown on the right. The official logo of UPSI100 in colour is also depicted within the Grand Bell.



2. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin
This coin is made of copper and several other metals, and weighs 8.5 grams. The coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM16.50 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.

Obverse - The text “UNIVERSITI PENDIDIKAN SULTAN IDRIS” is shown on the top circumference, against a background based on the stylised motif of the Grand Bell. The emblems of UPSI and its predecessors – SITC, MPSI and IPSI – are featured in the middle of the coin.

Reverse - The text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA”, as the issuing authority of the numismatic coins, is shown on the top circumference, while the text
“1 RINGGIT”, denoting its face value, is depicted on the bottom circumference. The official logo of UPSI100 and an image of an open book are featured, symbolising the abundance of knowledge.



Category 

Metal 

Alloy 

Face Value (RM) 

Diameter 
(mm) 

Weight 
(g) 

Mintage Quantity (pcs/set) 

Price 

(RM) 

Single 

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) 

Ag 92.5 

10 

41.65 x 41.65 (Square)

43 

1,000 

440 

Nordic Gold (B.U.) 

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

30 

8.5 

5,000 

16.50 

Set of 2 

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) and 

Nordic Gold (proof) 

Ag 92.5 and Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

10 and 1 

41.65 x 41.65 and 30

30 

43 and 

8.5 

1,000 

495 

Friday 23 December 2022

Malaysia Commemorative Coins 2022 : RELA 50th Anniversary

Bank Negara Malaysia announces today the issuance of commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Malaysia Volunteers Corps Department (Jabatan Sukarelawan Malaysia, or RELA)
The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations:

1. Coloured Sterling Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)
The coin weighs 31 grams and is made of sterling silver with 92.5 purity. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM275 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces.

2. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin
This coin weighs 8.5 grams and is made of copper and several other metals. It has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM16.50 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.


Obverse  

The obverse features the text "JUBLI EMAS” and “JABATAN SUKARELAWAN MALAYSIA" on the coin’s top and left circumference, with RELA's iconic digital camouflage pattern in colour featured the left segment. On the right side of the obverse is the silhouette of a RELA member giving a hand salute, symbolising discipline and steadfastness. The silhouette is set against a shield, representing RELA's service in providing protection and security to the public.

Reverse 

The left circumference features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority. Meanwhile, the event logo is depicted on the right (highlighted in colour on the silver coins) against the silhouette of RELA’s original logo from 1972. The text “10 RINGGIT” and “1 RINGGIT” are also depicted on the left, representing the face value of the coins.



Category

Metal

Alloy

Face Value (RM)

Diameter 
(mm) 

Weight
(g) 

Mintage Quantity (pcs/set) 

Price 

(RM) 

Single

Colored Sterling Silver (proof)

Ag 92.5 

10 

40.7 

31 

1,000 

275 

Nordic Gold (B.U.) 

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

30 

8.5 

5,000 

16.50 

Set of 2 

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) and 

Nordic Gold (proof) 

Ag 92.5 and

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

10 and1 

40.7 and

30 

31 and

8.5 

1,000 

330


Malaysia Commemorative Coins 2022 : Cooperative Movement in Malaysia 100th Anniversary

Bank Negara Malaysia issued commemorative coins in conjunction with the 100th anniversary of the Cooperative Movement in Malaysia. 

The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations: 
1. Coloured Sterling Silver Commemorative Coin (proof) 
The coin weighs 31 grams and is made of sterling silver with 92.5 purity. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM385 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces. 

2. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin 
This coin weighs 8.5 grams and is made of copper and several other metals. It has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM16.50 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.
Obverse

The obverse features the word “co-op” in the style of two infinity loops, symbolising the various ways in which cooperatives have contributed to nation building. Within each letter is an icon, symbolising the different ways in which cooperatives have helped improve the lives and livelihoods of their members. 

Reverse 

The top circumference of the reverse side features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, while the event logo is displayed on the left (highlighted in colour on the silver coins). An array of diagonal rippling waves is featured on the background to symbolise progress of the cooperative movement over the past 100 years. The text “10 RINGGIT” and “1 RINGGIT” are shown at the bottom circumference, representing the face value of the coins. 


Category 

Metal 

Alloy 

Face Value (RM) 

Diameter 
(mm) 

Weight 
(g) 

Mintage Quantity (pcs/set) 

Price 

(RM) 

Single 

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) 

Ag 92.5 

10 

40.7 

31 

1,000 

385 

Nordic Gold (B.U.) 

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

30 

8.5 

5,000 

16.50 

Set of 2 

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) and 

Nordic Gold (proof) 

Ag 92.5 and Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 

10 and 1 

40.7 and 

30 

31 and 

8.5 

1,000 

440 



Monday 14 November 2022

Malaysia Commemorative Coins 2022 : KL50

 

Bank Negara Malaysia issued commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of Kuala Lumpur as a city (KL50).

The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations:

1. Coloured Sterling Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

The coin weighs 31 grams and is made of sterling silver with 92.5 purity. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM275 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces.

2. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U) Commemorative Coin

This coin weighs 8.5 grams and is made of copper and several other metals. It has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM16.50 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.


Obverse

The obverse features images of the Kuala Lumpur skyline and modern transportation juxtaposed against the clock face of Bangunan Sultan Abdul Samad. This symbolises the passage of time since the granting of city status to Kuala Lumpur in 1972 which saw the city progress and develop into a modern city.


Reverse

The top circumference features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, and the event logo (highlighted in colour on silver coins only). The Istana Budaya building and elements from the Perdana Botanical Garden are also featured, signifying Kuala Lumpur being a cultural centre and environmentally friendly city. The text “10 RINGGIT” and “1 RINGGIT” are shown at the bottom circumference, representing the face value of the coins”.






CategoryMetalAlloyFace Value (RM)Diameter
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Mintage Quantity(pcs/set)Price
(RM)

Single

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof)

Ag 92.5

10

40.7

31

1,000

275

Nordic Gold (B.U.)

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1

1

30

8.5

5,000

16.50

Set of 2

Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) and

Nordic Gold (proof)

Ag 92.5 and Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1

10 and 1

40.7 and 30

31 and 8.5

1,000

330

Wednesday 28 September 2022

Malaysia Commemorative Coins 2022 : Kilang Wang 50th Anniversary

Bank Negara Malaysia issued commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of its mint, Kilang Wang. Established on 10 July 1971, Kilang Wang is the official mint for Malaysia’s coins.



The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations:

  1. Copper Commemorative Coin (proof) - Wau, Gasing dan Congkak shaped

These coins are made of copper with 99.9 purity and will be issued in three shapes - WauGasing and Congkak, each weighing 36.6 grams, 21.7 grams dan 22.8 grams, respectively. The coins have a face value of RM5 and will be sold at RM220 a piece. The mintage quantity is 1,200 pieces for each type.

  1. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin

This coin is made of copper and several other metals, weighing 8.5 grams. The coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM13.20 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.


  1. Copper Commemorative Coin (proof) – Wau-shaped

  • Obverse – The top left corner features the words “50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING” in conjunction with 50 years of coin minting by the Kilang Wang. The numerals five and zero are styled to mimic the shape of two coins. The top right features the wau – a traditional moon-kite – with a floral motif, flying high across a trail of stars. This symbolises movement and progress, emblematic of Kilang Wang’s evolution over the years.
  • Reverse – The top centre features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, followed by “5 RINGGIT” in the middle, representing its face value. These text elements are placed against a traditional background inspired by both the wau and a floral motif.

  1. Copper Commemorative Coin (proof) – Gasing-shaped

Obverse – The left side features the words “50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING” to commemorate 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang. The numerals five and zero are styled to mimic the shape of two coins. The right side features circuitry and mechanical gears symbolising progress, modernisation and technology. The background features linear stripes depicting movement and speed, inspired by the traditional gasing leper, a traditional Malay spinning tops.

  • Reverse – The top centre features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, followed by “5 RINGGIT” in the middle, representing its face value. The background features the numbers 1, 5, 10, 20 and 50 in various typefaces to depict the different series of coins issued over the years, while also symbolising five decades of coin minting.

  1. Copper Commemorative Coin (proof) – Congkak-shaped
  • Obverse - The left corner features the words “50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING” to commemorate 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang. The numerals five and zero are styled to mimic the shape of two coins. Against a textured background resembling a mengkuang mat are seven images and motifs from the various series of coins issued by Kilang Wang over the years – the Parliament Building from the first coin series; the waurebana and gasing from the second coin series; and Mah Meri motif and sulur kacang from the third coin series.
  • Reverse - On this side of the coin which is made to look like a congkak board, the left storehouse features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, while the right storehouse features the text “5 RINGGIT” representing its face value. The middle features two rows of congkak houses containing marbles with frosted tones designed to reveal an optical illusion of the digits “50”, signifying 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang.

 

  1. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin
  • Obverse - The face of the coin features the words “50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING” and “JUBLI EMAS” to commemorate 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang. The numerals in the middle, five and zero, are styled to mimic the shape of two coins. The circumference features a decorative circular motif symbolising market circulation. Within the digit five stands a kijang, representing Bank Negara Malaysia.
  • Reverse - The right circumference features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, followed by “1 RINGGIT” next to it, representing its face value. The top left circumference features the image of a 5 sen coin issued in 1971, when Kilang Wang first started minting coins. The bottom left circumference features a 50 sen coin issued in 2021, commemorating 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang.



Category

Metal

Alloy

Face Value (RM)

Diameter
(mm)

Weight
(g)

Mintage Quantity (pcs/ set)

Price

(RM)

Single

Copper (proof) - Wau

Cu 99.9

5

50

36.6

1,200

220

Copper (proof) - Gasing

Cu 99.9

5

50

21.7

1,200

220

Copper (proof) - Congkak

Cu 99.9

5

60

22.8

1,200

220

Nordic Gold (B.U.)

Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1

1

30

8.5

5,000

13.20

Set of 3

Copper (proof) – Wau, Gasing and Congkak

Cu 99.9

Cu 99.9

Cu 99.9

5

5

5

50

50

60

36.6

21.7

22.8

1,200

605