Monday 1 September 2014

Singapore Coins : 2013 Third Series 2013



Descriptions
Observe :
Singapore Crest in middle surrounded by four language of “SINGAPURA” ( Malay ),  “新加坡” ( Mandarin ), “SINGAPORE” ( English ) and “சிங்கப்பூர்”( Tamil ).  ‘Year of mint’ beneath the Crest.    

Reverse :
The lion-head, a national symbol, is portrayed across all denominations
5¢  -  “5 CENTS”, The Esplanade
10¢ - “10 CENTS”, Public Housing
20¢ - “20 CENTS”,  Changi International Airport
50¢ -  “50 CENTS”,  Port of Singapore
$1 – “1 DOLLAR”, Merlion,  and a laser mark micro engraving of the Vanda Miss Joaquim, in octagonal frame.
Engraver : Fabian Lim

Egde :
5¢ - smooth.
10¢ - segmented edge
20¢, 50¢ & $1 - reeded


Brief Introduction
The Third Series coins mark Singapore’s progress as a nation. The coin designs feature national icons and landmarks.

All five denominations of the new coin series were issued into circulation on 25 June 2013. The First and Second Series coins remain legal tender and the public can continue to use them for payment alongside the new coins.


Technical Specifications
value
weight
diameter
thickness
composition
edge
1.70g
16.75mm
1.22mm
brass plated steel
smooth
10¢
2.36g
18.50mm
1.38mm
nickel plated steel
segmented edge
20¢
3.85g
21.00mm
1.72mm
nickel plated steel
reeded
50¢
6.56g
23.00mm
2.45mm
nickel plated steel
reeded
$1
7.62g
24.65mm
2.50mm
bi-metalic nickel plated steel center in brass plated steel ring
reeded



Year of Mint
5c
10c
20c
50c
$1
2013





2014





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