Ongzi's Coins: February 2018

Malaysia Banknotes - 2012 Fourth Series

Malaysia Banknotes – 4^th Series

The latest series of Malaysian banknotes draws its inspiration from elements which distinctively define the country's diverse culture, heritage and nature. Themed 'Distinctively Malaysia', the fourth series of Malaysian banknotes features traditional expressions in the art and craft, natural wonders, flora and fauna, economy and tradition.

RM100

The magnificent beauty of Malaysia's two prominent natural wonders, declared 'World Heritage Sites' by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) are portrayed on the RM100 banknote.

These are the Kinabalu Park in Sabah, home to the majestic Mount Kinabalu (the highest mountain in Southeast Asia) and the spectacular limestone pinnacle rock formations of Gunung Api Valley, found within the Mulu National Park in Sarawak.

Together, they represent the many natural wonders of Malaysia that provides visitors with a unique experience.

RM50

The RM50 banknote retains the predominant colour of green-blue. The main theme of the design is the National Mission where the first thrust is "to move the economy up the value chain." It reflects Malaysia's economic transformation to higher value-added activities in the agriculture, manufacturing and services sectors of the economy.

Design patterns from songket weaving, which are in the background and edges of the banknote, are featured to reflect the traditional Malaysian textile’s handicraft and embroidery.

RM20

As ambassadors of the rich and colourful marine life found in our tropical waters, two of the most well-known species of sea turtles endemic to Malaysian waters are on the new RM20 banknote - the Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) and Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea).

The Hawksbill is easily identified by its curved beak and scaly shell while the Leatherback has a leathery skin and seven ridges on its shell.

These gentle turtles are a reminder that their existence rests in the delicate balance of human activity and marine life conservation.

RM10

Malaysia's lush tropical jungle, which is one of the world's oldest living rainforest, is home to a spectacular variety of flowering plants. Most iconic amongst them is the Rafflesia, the world's largest flower.

The Rafflesia azlanii species featured on the new RM10 banknote is indigenous to Peninsular Malaysia and was first discovered in the Royal Belum Forest Reserve of the state of Perak in 2003.

To commemorate its discovery, this majestic flower was named after the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Azlan Muhibbuddin Shah.

RM5

Featured on the new RM5 polymer banknote is the Rhinoceros Hornbill (Buceros rhinoceros), one of the largest and most magnificent hornbill species in the world.

Found in low densities throughout various rainforests in the country, this beautiful, broad-winged and long-tailed forest bird plays an important role in the customs and traditional ceremonies in Sarawak which is known as 'Bumi Kenyalang' or 'Land of Hornbills'.

Hornbill is also seen as a symbol of strength and courage by the native communities of Sarawak.

RM1

Kite-flying is a popular traditional sport in Malaysia especially in Kelantan and Terengganu. Kite-flying is also traditionally a celebration of a good harvest which brings together the local communities in these states.

Amongst the best-known and most iconic Malaysian kites is the 'Wau Bulan' or Moon Kite which is featured on the new RM1.

The Wau Bulan, which is hand crafted from bamboo and paper, is also a popular decorative item that adorns the walls of Malaysian homes.

2017

BNM 8th Governor - Muhammand bin Ibrahim

Bank Negara Malaysia’s Governors :
Governors	Year
William Howard Wilcox	Jan 1959 – Jul 1962
Ismail Mohd Ali	Jul 1962 – Jul 1980
Abdul Aziz bin Taha	Jul 1980 – Jun 1985
Jaffar bin Hussein	Jun 1985 – May 1994
Ahmad bin Mohd Don	May 1994 – Aug 1998
Ali Abu Hassan bin Sulaiman	15 Sep 1998 – 30 Apr 2000
Dr. Zeti Akhtar Aziz	1 May 2000 – 30 Apr 2016
Muhammad bin Ibrahim	1 May 2016 – 6 Jun 2018
Nor Shamsiah Mohd Yunus	1 Jul 2018 -

Malaysia Banknotes - 1996 Third Series

The third series was issued with designs in the spirit of Wawasan 2020.

1996 ^3a – introduced RM2 banknotes

1998^3b – introduced RM50 & RM100 banknotes with hologram strip

1999 ^3c –RM5 banknotes issued

2000 ^3d – reintroduced RM1 banknotes

2004 ^3e – introduced RM5 polymer & RM10 notes with hologram strip

Third Series

3a & 3b
BNM 5th Governor - Ahmad M Don

BNM 6th Governor - Ali Abu Hassan

BNM 7th Governor - Dr Zeti Akthar Aziz

Bank Negara Malaysia’s Governors :

Malaysia Banknotes - 1982 Second Series

On 12 June 1967, the Malaysian dollar, issued by the new central bank, Bank Negara Malaysia, replaced the Malaya and British Borneo dollar at par. The new currency retained all denominations of its predecessor except the $10,000 denomination, and also brought over the colour schemes of the old dollar.

The Malay names ringgit and sen were officially adopted as the sole official names in August 1975. In 1993, the currency symbol "RM" was introduced to replace the use of the dollar sign "$".

The word ringgit is an obsolete term for "jagged" in Malay and was originally used to refer to the serrated edges of silver Spanish dollars which circulated widely in the area during the 16th and 17th century Portuguese colonial era. In modern usage ringgit is used almost solely for the currency.

Malaysian currency is officially referred to as Ringgit Malaysia, hence the official abbreviation and currency symbol RM. Internationally, the ISO 4217 currency code for Malaysian ringgit is MYR.

History

1982 ^2a – banknotes with 3rd BNM’s Governor ( Abdul Aziz bin Taha ) signature : $1, $5, $10, $20, $50, $100, and $1000 denominations introduced

1985 ^2b – mark for the blind on upper left corner was removed

1993 – $1 notes were discontinued and replaced by $1 coins

1999 ^2c– new banknotes with 6th BNM’s Governor ( Ali Abu Hassan ) signature
1999 – RM500 & RM1000 notes were discontinued and ceased to be legal tender

Second Series

2a ( 1982 - with blind mark)
BNM 3rd Governor - Abdul Aziz Taha