Online Ordering Facility for BNM Commemorative Currencies

Yesterday, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) announced the availability of the online ordering facility for the sale of commemorative currencies issued by BNM. Members of the public can place their orders from 29 December 2017 until 19 January 2018 at 1.00 p.m.

The online ordering facility for the sale of:

• 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement banknote
• The installation of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV coins
• The 60th Anniversary of National Archives of Malaysia coins

Members of the public can place their orders at https://duit.bnm.gov.my from 29 December 2017 until 19 January 2018 at 1.00 p.m.

Members of the public are also advised to place their orders through the BNM online system and not with any other party or unauthorised ordering facilities.

To provide for fair distribution, there will be a purchase limit for each buyer, as follows:

Results will be announced on 25 January 2018 at www.bnm.gov.my and at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and the Bank’s offices in Pulau Pinang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu.

In the event of oversubscription, balloting will be undertaken. All orders will be considered and there is no preference given to orders based on order date and time.

Successful buyers can pay for and collect their orders in two phases as follows:
25 January 2018 to 28 February 2018

• 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement Commemorative Banknotes
• 60th Anniversary of National Archives of Malaysia Commemorative Coins

22 February 2018 to 28 February 2018

• Installation of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V Commemorative Coins

Collection locations are at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (daily, including on weekends and public holidays) and at the Bank’s offices (business hours on normal work days).

Buyers have to present valid identification in person for collection (MyKad for Malaysians and Passport for non-Malaysians).

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New Malaysia RM600 banknote break Guinness record?

Yesterday, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is issuing a RM600 commemorative banknotes in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement. The size of the banknote is 22 x 37 cm.

Its official, Malaysia RM600 is the current world largest legal banknote.

These banknotes commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement signing in the year 1957. The commemorative banknotes honour the Council (later called Conference) of Rulers’ contribution towards the realisation of the Nation’s independence on 31 August 1957. The Agreement dated 5 August 1957 proclaiming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as the Supreme Head of the Federation was signed by the Malay Council of Rulers from Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Selangor and Terengganu with Sir Donald MacGillivray, the High Commissioner of the Federation of Malaya who represented Queen Elizabeth II. The Agreement became a historical constitutional evidence for the independence of the Federation of Malaya.

The design is based on the theme of “Raja Payung Kedaulatan Negara”. These commemorative banknotes are the first commemorative banknotes printed by Bank Negara Malaysia on the composite substrate, a combination of polymer and paper substrate, which offers higher security features and longer life span. These banknotes are printed larger in size, based on its face value.

According to Guiness Book of world Records website, previous record holder for world largest legal tender banknote is a 100,000 Philippine piso banknote issued on 22 May 1998 by the Central Bank of Manila.

The 100,000 piso banknote measuring 22 x 33 cm (8 ½ x 11 in) is printed by Giesecke Devrient of Munich, Germany. Only 1,000 pieces were issued to commemorate The Centennial of Philippine Independence in 1998. The record holder is Giesecke Devrient, GMBH; place in Munich, Germany and the record were made on 22 May 1998.

If you look at the specifications information provided by BNM press release, the new RM600 banknote is 4cm longer compare to the current record holder.

• Malaysia 600 Ringgit banknote (22 x 37 cm)
• 100,000 Philippine piso banknote (22 x 33 cm)

Looking at the numbers given, new Malaysia RM600 banknote is a clear winner but BNM or the banknote printer need to apply to be in the Guiness Book of world Records and some charges may apply.

So far there is no official information about which company print the new Malaysia RM600 banknote.

Hopefully this time Malaysia Numismatic can break the world record and BNM or the banknote printer will apply to Guiness Book of world Records for the new RM600 Merdeka banknote to be the new World largest legal tender banknote.

An early congratulations to Bank Negara Malaysia for the new banknote, it was worth waiting for.

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Agong XV commemorative coins launched today

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative coins in conjunction with the installation of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V as the fifteenth Yang di-Pertuan Agong. The commemorative coins were presented to His Majesty today by the Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia, Muhammad bin Ibrahim, FCB, at Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia.

His Majesty was elected as the fifteenth Yang di-Pertuan Agong for a five year term, by the Malay Rulers at the 243rd Conference of Rulers (Special Meeting) at Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur on 14 October 2016. His Majesty subsequently took the oath as the fifteenth Yang di-Pertuan Agong on 13 December 2016 at Istana Negara, Kuala Lumpur. The installation of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V as the fifteenth Yang di-Pertuan Agong was held on 24 April 2017.

The portrait of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V, is featured at the centre of the coin. The words "KEBAWAH DULI YANG MAHA MULIA SERI PADUKA BAGINDA YANG DI-PERTUAN AGONG XV SULTAN MUHAMMAD V" are inscribed along the circumference of the coin with the date of the installation depicted at the bottom of the portrait of His Majesty.

The centre of the coin depicts the image of the official royal insignia of His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V. The name “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coins is featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the words “PERTABALAN SERI PADUKA BAGINDA YANG DI-PERTUAN AGONG XV” are inscribed at the lower circumference of the coin together with the respective face value of the coin.

Specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

Gold Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coin is made of gold with 999.9 purity and weighs 7.96 grams with a face value of RM300. The coins will be sold via public auction at a reserve price of RM4,000 a piece. The mintage quantity is 300 pieces.

Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof like)

This proof-like coloured coin is made of fine silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 92.0 grams. It has a face value of RM150 and will be sold at RM1,000 a piece. The mintage quantity is 500 pieces.

Copper Commemorative Coin (matte finish)

This matte finish coin is made of pure copper with 99.9 purity and weighs 77.76 grams. It has a face value of RM15 and will be sold at RM200 a piece. The mintage quantity is 500 pieces.

Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U) Commemorative Coin

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM11 a piece. The mintage quantity is 15,000 pieces.

Set of 2

500 units of sets of 2 priced at RM1,200 per set are also available comprising one proof-like coloured silver and one matte finish copper coins.

Note: Prices stated above are inclusive of GST.

You can read detailed specifications of the coins at malaysiancoin.som.

Display units of the coins will be available for public viewing from Thursday, 21 December 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and at the Bank’s offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu.

To provide a fair opportunity for the public to buy these limited edition coins, there will be a purchase limit (a set of 2, a silver coin, a copper coin and three Nordic Gold coins per person). To improve buying convenience, the public can place their orders online from 5 January 2018. In the event of oversubscription, balloting will take place. The gold commemorative coins will be sold via public auction on 10 March 2018. Further information on the ordering, auction, payment and collection will be informed to the public in a press release prior to the sale date.

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Agong launched 60 years Merdeka commemorative banknotes

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative banknotes in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement. These commemorative banknotes were launched by His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V at the Museum and Art Gallery, Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.

These banknotes commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement signing in the year 1957. The commemorative banknotes honour the Council (later called Conference) of Rulers’ contribution towards the realisation of the Nation’s independence on 31 August 1957. The Agreement dated 5 August 1957 proclaiming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as the Supreme Head of the Federation was signed by the Malay Council of Rulers from Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Selangor and Terengganu with Sir Donald MacGillivray, the High Commissioner of the Federation of Malaya who represented Queen Elizabeth II. The Agreement became a historical constitutional evidence for the independence of the Federation of Malaya.

The design is based on the theme of “Raja Payung Kedaulatan Negara”. These commemorative banknotes are the first commemorative banknotes printed by Bank Negara Malaysia on the composite substrate, a combination of polymer and paper substrate, which offers higher security features and longer life span. These banknotes are printed larger in size, based on its face value.

The banknote obverse symbolising Malaysia as a constitutional monarchy, placed in the middle is the majestic royal throne encircled by the portraits of 15 Yang di-Pertuan Agong who have reigned from 1957 till the present day. The obverse design is inspired by the crescent and a 14-pointed federal star which are featured on the royal headgear.

The reverse design features the portraits of the nine rulers signing the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement on 5 August 1957. These banknotes are decorated with prominent independence and post-independence figures and features. On the right-hand side of the banknote is the triumphant silhouette of Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj, the architect of Malayan independence and the first Prime Minister of Malaysia. Imprinted on the background are four significant landmarks: the National Palace, Perdana Putra, the Parliament building and the Palace of Justice. These reflect the four pillars of the nation: the institution of the Monarchy, the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary respectively.

The specifications of the commemorative banknotes are as follows:

RM600 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement commemorative banknote:
Face Value: RM600
Dimension (mm): 370 x 220
Quantity: 6,000
Price: RM1,700 (inclusive of 6% GST)


RM60 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement commemorative banknote:
Face Value: RM60
Dimension (mm): 162 x 84
Quantity: 60,000
Price: RM120 (inclusive of 6% GST)


Uncut 3-in-1 RM60 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement commemorative banknote:
Face Value: RM60 x 3
Dimension (mm): 162 x 252
Quantity: 6,000
Price: RM500 (inclusive of 6% GST)

Note: Prices stated above are inclusive of GST.

Display units of the banknotes will be available for public viewing from Thursday, 21 December 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and at the Bank’s offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu.

To provide a fair opportunity for the public to buy these limited edition banknotes, there will be a purchase limit (a piece of RM600, a set of Uncut 3-in-1 RM60 and five pieces of RM60 banknotes per person). To improve buying convenience, the public can place their orders online from 5 January 2018. In the event of oversubscription, balloting will take place. Banknotes with special serial numbers will be sold via public auction on 10 March 2018. Further information on the ordering, auction, payment and collection will be informed to the public in a press release prior to the sale date.

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National Archives coins launched today

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative coins in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary of National Archives of Malaysia on 4 December 2017. The commemorative coins were launched by Datuk Azemi Abdul Aziz, Director General of National Archives of Malaysia today.

The words 60th ANNIVERSARY OF NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF MALAYSIA is depicted clockwise on half the circumference of the coin. The orange and gold coloured anniversary logo at the centre of the coin represents the celebration of the National Archives of Malaysia’s diamond jubilee.

The image at the centre of the coin depicts the logo of National Archives of Malaysia where pieces of paper are stacked together, representing national documents and records. The star in the middle of the paper signifies the star of the national flag, a symbol of Malaysian unity. The words Arkib Negara Malaysia in both roman and jawi script encircling the Archive’s logo show their responsibility in safekeeping the national documents and records. Sixty dentils inscribed along the coin represent the Archive’s 60 years of establishment. The name “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coins is featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is depicted at the lower circumference of the coin.

Specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

The proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM230 a piece. The mintage quantity is 500 pieces.

Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U) Commemorative Coin

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM10 each. The mintage quantity is 10,000 pieces.

Note: Prices stated above are subject to GST of 6%.

These commemorative coins are also available in a Set of 2. The Set of 2 comprises the coloured silver proof and nordic gold proof coins. This set will be sold at RM280 per set (price is subject to GST of 6%) with 700 sets available. 

Display units of the coins will be available for public viewing from Tuesday, 12 December 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and at the Bank’s offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu.

In order to provide a fair opportunity for the public to buy these limited edition coins, there will be a purchase limit (a set of 2, a silver coin and three Nordic Gold coins per person). To improve buying convenience, the public will also be able to place their orders through a new online ordering facility. Further information on the online ordering facility, ordering and collection period will be informed to the public in a press release prior to the sale date.

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2017 SEA Games coins order result

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) has just announced order result for Commemorative Coins in Conjunction with 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games and 9th ASEAN Para Games. According to their press release, BNM received orders from more than 2,000 interested buyers, four times more than the previous sale.

On 29 August 2017, in conjunction with the 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games and 9th ASEAN Para Games, BNM have announced public can place their orders for 2017 SEA Games commemorative coins via email to commorder@bnm.gov.my or via order forms available at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and the Bank’s offices in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu.

This was to ensure greater convenience for members of the public to purchase these limited edition coins and to provide a fairer opportunity to more buyers nationwide. The online ordering was part of a new pre-ordering process where members of the public were able to order online via email and through the Bank’s offices nationwide.

The Bank also introduced a new computer-aided balloting process for oversubscribed coins. The ordering and balloting exercise was witnessed by the Bank’s internal auditors for process integrity.

The Bank has also extended the collection period to allow successful buyers to pay for and collect the commemorative coins at their convenience. Successful buyers may do so from 8 to 12 September 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (daily, including on weekends and public holidays) and at the Bank’s offices in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu (normal working days).

Buyers have to present valid identification in person for collection (e.g. MyKad for Malaysians/ Passport for non-Malaysians). Coins which are not collected by 4.00 p.m. on 12 September 2017 will be offered to buyers in the ballot reserve list. Retail sale of the Nordic Gold coins will be available at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery from 13 September 2017 onwards.

For further enquiries, please contact: 03-2691 0433 or bnmtelelink@bnm.gov.my.

The order results are available online at www.bnm.gov.my, at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery and the Bank’s offices nationwide.

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2017 SEA games coins launched by BNM

Today, YB Datuk M. Saravanan, Deputy Minister of Youth & Sports launched commemorative coins in conjunction with the 29th Southeast Asian (SEA) Games and 9th ASEAN Para Games. The coins will be available for sale from Tuesday, 29 August 2017. Further information on the sale will be informed to the public in a press release prior to the sale date.

The official mascot of the Games named RIMAU is inspired by the graceful and powerful Malayan Tiger. RIMAU stands for Respect, Integrity, Move, Attitude and Unity. The words “BANGKIT BERSAMA” is the theme of the Games which signifies the coming of age for Southeast Asia as a community. The words “SUKAN SEA KE-29” and “SUKAN PARA ASEAN KE-9” is depicted on the upper and lower circumference of the coin.

The words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coin is featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is inscribed on the lower circumference. The centre of the coin features the official logo of the Games which is the Wau Bulan, while the combination of stripes and shards of colour is collated from the flags of all Southeast Asian countries.

Specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

1. Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM230 a piece. The mintage quantity is 700 pieces.

Note: Price stated is subject to GST of 6%.

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

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM10 each. The mintage quantity is 13,000 pieces.

Note: Price stated is subject to GST of 6%.

3. Set of 2

These commemorative coins are also available in Sets of 2. The Set of 2 comprises the coloured silver proof and nordic gold proof coins. This set will be sold at RM280 per set (price is subject to GST of 6%) with 1,300 sets available.

Display units of the coins will be available for public viewing from Monday, 21 August 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s offices located in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu. The coins will be available for sale from Tuesday, 29 August 2017. Further information on the sale will be informed to the public in a press release prior to the sale date.

The SEA Games will take place between 19 and 30 August 2017 and ASEAN Para Games will be held from 17 to 23 September 2017. The Games coincide with the celebration of Malaysia’s 60th Independence Day as well as Malaysia Day.

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100 years Palm Oil coin on 9 August

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative coins in conjunction with 2017 being the 100th Anniversary of the Malaysian Palm Oil Industry. Malaysia has the distinction of being one of the world’s largest producer and exporter of palm oil. The palm oil sector has contributed significantly to the cumulative export earnings for the country, through the export of the commodity and many value-added products to the global market. It has contributed to job creation and enhanced the welfare and living standards of many in the rural areas within the country.

These commemorative coins were launched by YB Datuk Seri Mah Siew Keong, Ministry of Plantation Industries & Commodities today at the Museum and Art Gallery, Bank Negara Malaysia, Sasagna Kijang, Kuala Lumpur.

The coin obverse show the official logo of the 100th Anniversary of the Malaysian Palm Oil Industry celebration which reflects the progress of the palm oil industry in Malaysia is depicted in the centre of the coin. The words “MINYAK SAWIT MALAYSIA, KEBANGGAAN DAN PENCAPAIAN KITA” appears on the circumference of the coin.

On the coin reverse, the words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coin are featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is inscribed on the lower circumference. The centre of the coin features the image of the stylised palm oil tree, symbolising the growth and development of the palm oil industry towards achieving excellence in its 100th anniversary celebration.

Specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM230 a piece. The mintage quantity is 700 pieces.

Note: Price stated is subject to GST of 6%.

Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U) Commemorative Coin

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM10 each. The mintage quantity is 13,000 pieces.

Note: Price stated is subject to GST of 6%.

These commemorative coins are also available in Sets of 2. The Set of 2 comprises the coloured silver and nordic gold proof coins. This set will be sold at RM280 per set (price is subject to GST of 6%) with 1,300 sets available.

These commemorative coins are issued by Bank Negara Malaysia. Display units will be available for public viewing from Monday, 31 July 2017 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (MAG) and offices located in Penang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Kuala Terengganu. The coins will be available for sale from Wednesday, 9 August 2017 at the same locations.

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FELCRA coins will be on sale tomorrow

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of Federal Land Consolidation and Rehabilitation Authority (FELCRA). These commemorative coins were launched by YAB Dato' Sri Mohd. Najib bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia today at the Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur.

FELCRA was established in 1966 with the objective of improving the standard of living of Malaysia’s rural sector through greater participation in the economy. Building on its plantation management and land rehabilitation capabilities, FELCRA has diversified its activities into the industrial, service sectors and other business areas.

Coin obverse show an images of palm oil and rubber trees, amidst the green landscape which represent the core plantation business of FELCRA are depicted in the centre of the coin, with roads which lead to the skyline of Kuala Lumpur in the background. The words “SAMBUTAN JUBLI EMAS FELCRA” appear on the upper circumference of the coin while the years 1966-2016 are inscribed on the lower circumference.

Coin reverse show the words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coin is featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is inscribed on the lower circumference. In between, the official anniversary logo of FELCRA is featured on the coin.

Specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

1. Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and the selling price is RM200 a piece. The mintage quantity is 700 pieces.

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

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and the selling price is RM10 a piece. The mintage quantity is 13,000 pieces.

3. Sets of 2

These commemorative coins are also available in Sets of 2 which comprise the coloured silver and nordic gold proof coins. The set will be sold at RM250 per set with 2,000 sets available.

FELCRA commemorative coins are issued by Bank Negara Malaysia and will be available for sale from 21 December 2016 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (MAG) located at Sasana Kijang, 2 Jalan Dato’ Onn, Kuala Lumpur and its regional offices located in Pulau Pinang, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching and its branch in Kuala Terengganu.

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Singapore Botanic Gardens silver coin unveiled

On 11 Nov, The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) unveiled the Singapore Botanic Gardens Unesco World Heritage Site Commemorative Coin to commemorate the inscription of the garden into the list of Unesco World Heritage Sites. The coin will be issued on Nov 29.

The Singapore Botanic Gardens is is the only tropical botanic garden in the world to be inscribed into Unesco World Heritage Site.

The Singapore Botanic Gardens (SBG) was inscribed into the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites on 4 July 2015.

This coin, issued in 1 troy oz 999 Fine Silver Proof Colour, showcases various elements that contributed to the success of SBG’s inscription as an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The design features a cluster of rubber trees with herringbone incisions, the iconic Bandstand with accompanying yellow rain trees and sprays of Renanthera Singapore Botanic Gardens and Grammatophyllum speciosum, commonly known as the Tiger orchid, in vibrant colours and intricate engravings.

Specifications:
Mintage:15000 pc(s)
Issue Date:29-Nov-2016
Diameter (mm):40.70
Weight (g):31.10
Material:999 Fine Silver

The coin can be purchased individually or as a coin set.

The coins will be sold by The Singapore Mint. For inquiries and orders, the public can contact The Singapore Mint on 6566 2626 / 6895 0288 / 6222 2486 / 6238 2878 or via the Internet at www.singaporemint.com.

Orders must reach The Singapore Mint by Nov 28. The coins will be subjected to balloting if oversubscribed.

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China issue Sun Yat Sen commemorative coins

On 11 November, China's central bank issued a set of three commemorative coins marking the 150th birthday of Sun Yat Sen, forerunner of China's anti-feudalism revolution.

The coins feature Sun Yat-sen's image, with each set including a gold coin worth 100 yuan (14.8 U.S. dollars), a silver one worth 10 yuan and another one, made of copper alloy, worth 5 yuan.

The commemorative gold coin contains pure gold, fineness 99.9%, diameter 22mm, weight 8g and the maximum circulation of 10,000. The reverse of the coin show a portrait of Sun Yat-sen, and chinese writing "Sun Yat-sen's 150th anniversary" and "1866-2016" and denomination.

The commemorative silver coin contains pure silver, fineness 99.9%, diameter 40mm, weight 27.34g and the maximum circulation of 20,000. The reverse of the coin show a former house of Sun Yat-sen, and chinese writing "Sun Yat-sen's 150th anniversary" and "1866-2016" and denomination.

A total of 300 million copper-alloy coins are also being issued, which will go into circulation alongside China's normal currency.

According to the central bank, this is the first time Chinese currency with Sun Yat-sen's image has been circulated.

Born in 1866 in Zhongshan in south China's Guangdong Province, Sun Yat-sen was the founder of the Kuomintang Party.

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BNM Design Competition for 2017 Commemorative Coins

Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) website on 11 Nov share a press release about Design Competition for Commemorative Coins 2017. University students and local designers have the opportunity to create designs three commemorative coins to be issued for three events in 2017.

There is no announcement what the events will be but as always, we will know once BNM make their briefing session. If any of you want to share information about events that will be commemorate for 2017, you can email us about it or comment in our Facebook page.

Here are the original press release by BNM:

"Bank Negara Malaysia will be organising a design competition for commemorative coins to be issued for three events in 2017.

This competition is open to university students and local designers.

The duration of the competition is from 17 November 2016 to 11.00 a.m., 22 December 2016.

Winning prizes for top two designs for each event are RM10,000 and RM5,000 respectively.

For more information, interested participants are welcomed to attend a briefing session, which will be held twice, as follows:

Date : 16 and 17 November 2016

Time : 2.30 pm

Venue : Multipurpose Hall, Lanai Kijang, No 2, Jalan Berjasa, 50480 Kuala Lumpur.

Walk-in participants are strictly not allowed. Thus, kindly contact the following officers to pre-register your attendance:

En. Fahmi at 03-26988044 ext 8899 mfahmi@bnm.gov.my);

En. Zainal at 03-26988044 ext 8458 (cmzai@bnm.gov.my).

For further inquiries, please contact

En. Rozaiman Mansor at 03-2698 8044 ext. 7307

(rozaiman@bnm.gov.my);

Cik Shangari Subramaniam at 03-2698 8044 ext. 8994;

(shangari@bnm.gov.my);

En. Mohd Noor Fahmi Abbas 03-26988044 ext. 8899

(mfahmi@bnm.gov.my)."

If you're interested to participate in the BNM Design Competition for Commemorative Coins 2017, we suggest you attend the briefing session. Please share the events that will be in Malaysia commemorative coins for 2017 after that.

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Otto Dix coin will be released by Deutsche Bundesbank

The German government has decided to mint a €20 collectors' coin to commemorate Otto Dix's 125th birthday, to be issued 03 November 2016. The coin honours Wilhelm Heinrich Otto Dix (1891 - 1969), an important 20th century German painter and printmaker.

The artist Friedrich Brenner from Diedorf, Germany, designed the coin.

The jury explained their decision as follows. "The relief on the picture side combines a portrait of the painter, an artistic quote from one of his work's main motifs and his signature into a glorious collage. The result is a composition, which, to a certain degree, reflects Dix's concept of montage and the virulence of his early works in a new artistic language. At first glance, the reverse side seems to contrast with the picture side, due to its graphic austerity. Looking at it in more detail, however, effective references can be identified in the structuring of the surface, the typography and in each graphic element. The eagle is represented as a dignified figure."

The reverse features an eagle framed by the words "BUNDESREPUBLIK DEUTSCHLAND", the value and denomination, the letter "G" for the federal mint in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, the year 2016, and the twelve stars of Europe. In addition, the words "SILBER 925" are minted on the coin.

The coin's smooth edge is embossed with the inscription: "DU MUSST ALLES SELBER SEIN !" (You have to be everything yourself!)

The €20 coin is to be produced in both mint condition and with a proof-like finish and will be made of an alloy composed of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper. Each coin will weigh 18 g and have a diameter of 32.5 mm.

The mint condition coins can be purchased at all Bundesbank branches.

Source: Deutsche Bundesbank

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Korea 2018 Winter Games coins launched

On Sept 22, The PyeongChang Organizing Committee for the 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games (POCOG) launched the first set of commemorate coins for the upcoming Games. The commemorative coins for PyeongChang 2018 will be released in two batches. The first batch with 290,500 will be issued on November 18.

The announcement was made by with Lee Hee-beom, the president of POCOG in the ceremony held in Seoul together with Kim Min-ho, the deputy governor of Bank of Korea, Poongsan Group Chairman Ryu Jin, Korea Minting, Security Printing & ID Card Operating Corp. President Kim Hwa-dong, and Kim Yu-na, a former figure skating champion and honorary ambassador for PyeongChang 2018 Winter Games.

The pre-orders will be taken by the Poongsan Hwadong which is a dealer and distributor of coins. The Pre-orders can be made throughout Korea from September 26 to October 7 at ten financial institutions (KB Kookmin Bank, Industrial Bank of Korea, Nonghyup Bank, Suhyup Bank, Shinhan Bank, Woori Bank, Korea Post Office, BNK Kyongnam Bank, DGB Daegu Bank, BNK Busan Bank) and Poongsan Hwadong offices (POCOG coin supplier) and is planned to be issued for five days from December 5 to 9. International sales will begin in January 2017 through six official sub-distributors in the Americas, Europe, and Asia.

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Moreover, the POCOG said that the amount reserved for overseas sales will go depending on the number of pre-order sales in South Korea. Around 30 percent of issued coins will be sold into six distributors located overseas. The first batch of coins are composed of 4,500 set of gold coins amounts to 30,000 won ($27), 15,000 set of gold coins amounts to 20,000 won, 200,000 set of silver coins amounts to 5,000 won which have eight designs and 71,000 set of brass coins amounts to 1,000 won.

According to POCOG, all of the coins have PyeongChang Olympics emblem on its back side. The 31.1 gram-gold coin shows "Gorosoi ski" which is a traditional South Korean winter sports while the 15.55 gram-gold coin depicts Alpensia Ski Jumping Centre located in PyeongChang.

The silver coins have engravings of the eight Winter Olympics disciplines namely, short track speed skating, ski jumping, bobsleigh, luge, and the brass coin which displays the athletes in winter sports.

"Since the commemorative coins are unveiled and pre-orders will start, we expect the people's interest in the PyeongChang Winter Olympics will be greater. Revenue from the sale of the coins should also help with the POCOG's finances," said Lee Hee-beom, the POCOG President.

Source: Korea Portal

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2020 Tokyo Olympic & Paralympic Games handover coins to be released in September

Japan Ministry of Finance, after considering coins commemorating the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games to be held in 2020, has made the decision to release the following information on commemorative coins with a face value of 1,000 yen featuring the theme of the handover of host city from Rio de Janeiro to Tokyo. 

These commemorative coins features color printing on both faces-making it the first of its type for Japan.

Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games 1,000 Yen Commemorative Silver Coin (The Handover from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games ):

The obverse design features the Olympic flag at the flag handover ceremony, along with the representative flowers of both countries, cherry blossom and ipe amarelo, a world map, and a ribbon against a background of the colors of the national flags of Japan and Brazil.

※Flag Handover Ceremony

The ceremonial handing over of the Olympic flag and the Paralympic flag to the next hosting city at the closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games respectively.

The reverse side features the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games emblem

Denomination: 1,000 yen
Material: Silver
Quality: Pure silver
Weight: 31.1 g
Diameter: 40 mm
Colors: White, black, blue, blue-purple, pink, red, ochre, yellow, yellow-green, and green.
Other features: Helical Ridges, etc.
Number of coins issued: 50,000 of each
Scheduled time of sales: Around September 2016
Estimated shipping date: From around December 2016
Sales price: 9,500 yen



Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games 1,000 Yen Commemorative Silver Coin (The Handover from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games to the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games ):

The obverse design features the Paralympic flag at the flag handover ceremony, along with the representative flowers of both countries, cherry blossom and ipe amarelo, a world map, and a ribbon against a background of the colors of the national flags of Japan and Brazil.

※Flag Handover Ceremony

The ceremonial handing over of the Olympic flag and the Paralympic flag to the next hosting city at the closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games and the Paralympic Games respectively.

The reverse side features the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games emblem

Denomination: 1,000 yen
Material: Silver
Quality: Pure silver
Weight: 31.1 g
Diameter: 40 mm
Colors: White, blue, blue-purple, pink, red, ochre, yellow, yellow-green, and green.
Other features: Helical Ridges, etc.
Number of coins issued: 50,000 of each
Scheduled time of sales: Around September 2016
Estimated shipping date: From around December 2016
Sales price: 9,500 yen

These commemorative coins will not be exchanged at financial institutions, and will only be available through mail-order the Japan Mint. The sales information, including ordering procedures and period of availability, etc., will be later released by the Japan Mint.

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Thailand will issue commemorative note on June 9

Mr. Veerathai Santiprabhob, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), unveiled a 70-Baht commemorative banknote to celebrate the Seventieth Anniversary Celebrations of His Majesty’s Accession to the Throne 9th June 2016. The BOT will issue 20 million commemorative banknotes to celebrate this auspicious occasion.

The front of the banknote depicts the portrait of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the uniform of the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the Royal House of Chakri gown with the Most Illustrious Order of the Royal House of Chakri, and the Knight Grand Cordon (Special Class) of the Most Illustrious Order of Chula Chom Klao breast chain.

The portrait of H.M. the King in full regalia holding the Sword of Victory, standing in front of the Phuttan Kanchanasinghat Throne inside the Paisan Taksin Hall is illustrated on the reverse of the banknote.

The size of this 70-Baht commemorative banknote is 89 x 162 mm with major security features as follows;

1. Raised Print: On both sides, H.M. the King’s portraits printed with the intaglio printing process can easily be felt by touch.

2. Glitter Ink: Thai numeral “๗๐” on both sides will sparkle dazzlingly upon tilting.

3. Color-shifting Ink: Arabic numeral “70” on the reverse side is changed from gold to green upon tilting.

4. Latent Image: Hidden numeral “70” inside the Garuda on the front side becomes visible when the note is viewed from a certain angle.

5. Fluorescent Ink: Radial pattern behind the portrait on both sides will glow yellow under ultraviolet light.

The commemorative banknote including a leaflet can be exchanged at 100 Baht each and available at commercial banks, the Government Savings Bank, the Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives, the Government Housing Bank, and the Islamic Bank of Thailand from 9 June 2016 onwards. Part of the proceeds will be presented to H.M. the King.

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Play School coins launched by Royal Australian Mint

Official Play School three coin set featuring the famous toys Jemima, Humpty Dumpty, Big Ted and Little Ted are being produced by the Royal Australian Mint in Canberra to celebrate Play School's 50th anniversary.

First airing in 1966, Play School is the longest running children’s television show in Australia and is a favourite amongst many.

For the past 50 years this educational program has warmed the hearts of children and adults. Therefore, this anniversary has a place in the hearts of many around our nation.

The Mint has released a special memento for the anniversary with the adorable Play School three coin set featuring the famous toys Jemima, Humpty Dumpty, Big Ted and Little Ted!

Jemima

Jemima is getting ready to go to the Play School anniversary party. She can’t believe it has been on TV for 50 years! She is wearing her favourite dress, which is white with navy blue polka dots. She has matching ribbons for her piggy tails and red shoes with white bows. She hopes Humpty won’t eat all the cake this time. What party games will they play? Her favourite is ‘Pin the Tail on the Donkey’.

Technical Specifications:
Denomination: 50c
Metal: CuNi
Diameter: 31.51mm
Mass: 15.55g
Finish: Frosted Uncirculated
Mintage: Unlimited

Humpty

Humpty has been excited about attending the anniversary party for Play School for weeks. He is wearing his white shirt, black pants and red bow tie that Jemima has said she would help him with tying. He has carefully combed his hair and written a birthday card with a message that reads, ‘Happy anniversary. You are very old. Love Humpty.’

Technical Specifications:
Denomination: 50c
Metal: CuNi
Diameter: 31.51mm
Mass: 15.55g
Finish: Frosted Uncirculated
Mintage: Unlimited

Big Ted and Little Ted

Big Ted and Little Ted love birthday parties and they are really looking forward to this one, which celebrates 50 years of Play School. The two bears love singing ‘Happy Birthday’ and saying ‘Hip Hip Hooray’ at the end, as loudly as they can. They love everything about parties. Little Ted has had lots of big adventures, but he is very excited about this one!

Technical Specifications:
Denomination: 50c
Metal: CuNi
Diameter: 31.51mm
Mass: 15.55g
Finish: Frosted Uncirculated
Mintage: Unlimited

You can visit Royal Australian Mint online shop at eshop.ramint.gov.au to buy these coin set.

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2016 Russia-ASEAN summit coin issued

The Bank of Russia has issued memorable coins with the three ruble denomination, dedicate to the 2016 Russia-ASEAN summit to be staged this May in Sochi. The summit will be dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the establishment of a dialogue partnership between Russia and the Southeast Asian grouping.

The coin reverse show the color images of the official logo of the Russia ASEAN summit.

The coin obverse show the relief image of the National Coat of Arms of the Russian Federation, over it – the semicircular inscription along the rim: "РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ" (RUSSIAN FEDERATION), framed on both sides by doubled rhombuses, below under the coat of arms: to the left – indications of the precious metal and its fineness, to the right – the fine metal content and the mint trade mark, on bottom in the centre, in three lines – the inscription: "БАНК РОССИИ" (BANK OF RUSSIA), the denomination of the coin: "3 РУБЛЯ" (3 RUBLES), the year of issue: "2016 г." (2016).

Technical Specifications:
Denomination: 3 rubles
Quality: Proof
Metal: Silver 925/1000
Total weight: 31.10gm
Diameter: 39.00mm
Thickness: 3.30mm
Mintage: 2000 pcs
The artists: E.V. Kramskaya (obverse), A.D. Schablykin (reverse).
The sculptor: A.A. Dolgopolova (obverse), computer simulation (reverse).
Mint: Moscow Mint (ММД).
The edge: 300 corrugations.

The first ASEAN — Russia Summit took place in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) on 13 December 2005. ASEAN made a decision on its convocation at association's 10th Summit held in Laos in November 2004.

Participants in the summit discussed a broad range of economic and political cooperation issues. They also reviewed urgent international and regional issues, including North Korea's nuclear programme, developments in Iraq and Afghanistan, settlement in the Middle East and UN reform.

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Yayasan Sabah coins issued by BNM

Today, Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of Yayasan Sabah. The coloured silver and Nordic Gold coin were launched by the Chief Minister of Sabah cum Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Yayasan Sabah, Datuk Seri Panglima Musa Haji Aman at Auditorium Tun Raffae, Menara Tun Mustapha, Kota Kinabalu.

Obverse Side of the coin shows the image and surroundings of Menara Tun Mustapha, also known as the Sabah Foundation Tower. The words “Ulang Tahun Ke-50” and the years “1966-2016” denotes the 50th anniversary. The Foundation’s official name “YAYASAN SABAH” is featured on the upper circumference of the coin.

Reverse Side of the coin show the words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” as the issuing authority of the commemorative coin are featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is inscribed on the lower circumference. In between, the official logo of Yayasan Sabah is featured on the coin.

The specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

1. Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM212 a piece. The mintage quantity is 500 pieces.

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

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM10.60 each. The mintage quantity is 10,000 pieces.

3. 2 in 1 set

These commemorative coins are also available in a Set of 2, consisting of the coloured silver and Nordic gold proof coins. A total of 2,000 sets are available for sale, each priced at RM265.

Note: All prices stated are inclusive of 6% GST

The coins will be available for sale from 16 May 2016 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (MAG), regional offices and branch located in Pulau Pinang, Johor Bahru, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

Today, Bank Negara Malaysia also announced the prize winners for the BNM coin design competition 2016 for the 50th Anniversary of Yayasan Sabah commemorative coins.

1st Place : En. Muhammad Fikri bin Abd Aziz, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin
2nd Place : En. Amer Ikmal Hisham bin Zulkarnain, Universiti Teknologi MARA
3rd Place : En. Muhamad Farizuan bin Rosli, Universiti Teknologi MARA

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BNM launched 70 years of RTM commemorative coins

Yesterday, Malaysia Central Bank (BNM) launched new commemorative coins in conjunction with the 70th Anniversary of Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM).

Commemorative coins in silver and Nordic gold proof was launched by Communications and Multimedia Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Salleh Said Keruak at Wisma Radio, Angkasapuri here on Saturday night.

The centre of the coin obverse shows the iconic image of RTM’s headquarters, Angkasapuri. The building features a unique facade decorated with a motif based on the shape of the tongue. The words RADIO TELEVISYEN MALAYSIA are on the upper circumference and the years 1946 – 2016 denoting 70 years of anniversary are inscribed below the words.

The Reverse Side of the Coin show the words BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA as the issuing authority of the commemorative coin is featured on the upper circumference of the coin, while the face value of the coin is inscribed on the lower circumference. The event logo for the 70th Anniversary of Radio Televisyen Malaysia is featured on centre of the coin.

RTM is the first broadcaster in Malaysia that launched radio broadcast on 1 April 1946 and television broadcast on 28 December 1963.

The specifications of the commemorative coins are as follows:

1. Coloured Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)

This proof coloured coin is made of Fine Silver with 99.9 purity and weighs 31.10 grams. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM212 a piece. The mintage quantity is 500 pieces.

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

The Nordic Gold (B.U) coin has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM10.60 each. The mintage quantity is 10,000 pieces.

3. 2 in 1 set

These commemorative coins are also available in a Set of 2, consisting of the coloured silver and Nordic gold proof coins. A total of 2,000 sets are available for sale, each priced at RM265.

Note: All prices stated are inclusive of 6% GST

The coins will be available for sale from 25 April 2016 at Bank Negara Malaysia’s Museum and Art Gallery (MAG), at its regional offices and branch located in Pulau Pinang, Johor Bahru, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.

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