MALAYSIA – new 3rd Series Coin issues. 5 Sen, 10 Sen, 20 Sen, 50 Sen (Year 2011)

MALAYSIA – new 3^rd Series issues.  5 Sen, 10 Sen, 20 Sen,  50 Sen  

                                               Year 2011            

                             by Saran Singh  AMN, AMP, PNM

Bank Negara Malaysia launched the 3^rd Series issues of coins with new designs on 25^th July 2011- i.e. 5 Sen, 10 Sen, 20 Sen and 50 Sen bearing the year date 2011 in a commemorative folder. The issue price was RM10.00 per set with a total of 500,000 sets issued in a folder. The theme on these coins is ‘distinctly Malaysia’ and feature motifs like the Jasmine and hibiscus flowers as well as the weaving patterns of the indigenous people. These coins are struck by Bank Negara Malaysia Mint in Malaysia.

These coins for normal circulation were gradually issued in early 2012. The detailed description of these coins is as follows:

                                                    5 Sen 2011      

Obverse:  The ‘destar siga’ cloth pattern design of the Kadazan Dusun tribe in Sabah      together with the ‘sulur kacang’ (pea tendrils). The 14 dots on the left represent the 13  States of Malaysia and the Federal Territory (Kuala Lumpur, Putra Jaya and Labuan). The five horizontal lines represent the five principles of the ‘Rukun Negara’ (National Pillars).

Reverse:  The national flower ‘Bunga Raya’ (Rosa-sinensis hibiscus), the Year Date of issue, the denomination “5 SEN” being the monetary face value and the words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA”.

Edge: Plain          Weight: 1.72 grammes          Diameter: 17.78 mm

Composition: Stainless Steel

                                                    10 Sen 2011             

Obverse:  The unique weave pattern (comprising of leaves and plants) made into decorative items by the Mah Meri tribe in Peninsula Malaysia. The 14 dots on the left represent the 13 States of Malaysia and the Federal Territory (Kuala Lumpur, Putra Jaya and Labuan). The five horizontal lines represent the five principles of the ‘Rukun Negara’ (National Pillars).

Reverse:  The National flower ‘Bunga Raya’ (Rosa-sinensis hibiscus), the Year Date of issue, the denomination “10 SEN” being the monetary face value and the words “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA’.

Edge: Milled          Weight: 2.98 grammes          Diameter: 18.80 mm

Composition: Stainless Steel

                                                    20 Sen 2011       

Obverse: The ‘Bunga Melur’ (jasmine flower) design on the ‘destar siga’ (cloth pattern design of the Kadazan Dusun tribe in Sabah) as a background motif. The jasmine flower is an important part of traditional ceremonies like weddings and prayers among the three major races in Malaysia. The 14 dots represent the 13 States of Malaysia and the Federal Territory (Kuala Lumpur, Putra Jaya and Labuan). The five horizontal lines represent the five principles of the ‘Rukun Negara’ (National Pillars).

Reverse:  The National Flower ‘Bunga Raya’ (Rosa-sinensis hibiscus), the Year Date of issue, the denomination “20 SEN” being the monetary face value and the words ‘BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA’.

Edge: Milled         Weight” 4.18 grammes          Diameter: 20.60 mm

Composition: Nickel Brass

                                                   50 SEN 2011

Obverse:  The ‘Sulur Kacang’ (pea tendrils) motif is drawn from the twists and curls of long bean vines. This motif is very popular among traditional woodcarvers and silversmiths. This design is usually embellished in fine silver and gold jewellery pieces and boxes as well as  decorative doorways, window frames and wood panelling in traditional wooden homes. The fine lines in the ‘sulur kacang’ background are part of improved security features.

Reverse:   The National Flower ‘Bunga Raya’ (Rosa-sinensis hibiscus), the Year Date of issue, the denomination “50 SEN” being the monetary face value and the words ‘BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA’

Edge:  Plain with 9 indentations     Weight” 5.66 grammes      Diameter: 22.65 mm

Composition:  Nickel Brass clad Copper

Note:  (a) The First Series of Malaysian Coins (Parliament House series) were issued

                 From 1967 to 1988

           (b)  The Second Series of Malaysian Coins (Bunga Raya series with cultural

                  motifs) were issued from 1989 to 2011

                        

           (c)  The five National Pillars or Principles of the Rukun Negara are:

                        (1) Belief in God 

                        (2) Loyalty to King and Country 

                        (3) Upholding the Supremacy of the Malaysian Constitution 

                        (4) Sovereignty of the Law 

                        (5) Good Behaviour and Morality. 

MALAYSIA – 3^rd Series 5 sen, 10 sen, 20 sen, 50 sen coins 2011 in Souvenir holder