Catalogo
| Emittente | Singapore |
|---|---|
| Anno | 1976-1985 |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valore | 1 Cent |
| Valuta | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composizione | Copper clad steel (90% Steel, 10% Copper) |
| Peso | 1.744 g |
| Diametro | 17.78 mm |
| Spessore | 1.118 mm |
| Forma | Round |
| Tecnica | Milled |
| Orientamento | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Incisore/i | Stuart Devlin |
| In circolazione fino al | |
| Riferimento/i | KM#1a, Schön#1a |
| Descrizione del dritto | Denomination flanked by two stalks of paddy. |
|---|---|
| Scrittura del dritto | |
| Legenda del dritto | 1982 SINGAPORE 1 CENT |
| Descrizione del rovescio | Fountain in front of high-rise flat block to signify the concept of Condominium or Community Living i.e. Public housing. |
| Scrittura del rovescio | |
| Legenda del rovescio | |
| Bordo | Smooth |
| Zecca | |
| Tiratura |
1976 - - 13 665 000 1977 - - 13 940 000 1978 - - 5 931 000 1979 - - 11 986 000 1980 - - 19 922 000 1981 - - 38 084 000 1982 - - 24 105 000 1983 - - 2 204 000 1984 - - 5 695 000 1985 - In Sets only - 148 424 |
| ID Numisquare | 7913820120 |
| Informazioni aggiuntive |
Historical Context: Issued during Singapore's pivotal post-independence era (1976-1985), this 1 Cent coin reflects the nation's pragmatic economic policies. Under leaders like Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, the transition from bronze to copper-clad steel was a direct response to escalating global copper prices. This material change, making the coin magnetic, highlights Singapore's commitment to cost-efficiency in currency production, crucial for a rapidly industrializing nation.
Artistry: The coin's design, characteristic of Singaporean coinage from this period, exhibits a modern, nationalistic aesthetic. While specific engraver details are typically unrecorded for circulation issues, the design maintains continuity. The obverse proudly features the Singapore Coat of Arms: a lion and tiger supporting a shield with a crescent moon and five stars, symbolizing nationhood. The reverse presents "1 CENT" and the year, often with the Vanda Miss Joaquim orchid, Singapore's national flower.
Technical/Grading: Key high-points for strike assessment include the intricate details of the lion's mane and tiger's stripes on the obverse, plus the shield's stars and crescent. On the reverse, examine delicate orchid petals and numeral sharpness. Due to its copper-clad steel composition, inspect for planchet flaws or uneven cladding. A strong strike yields full definition across all elements. The magnetic property is a crucial diagnostic for this specific variant (KM#1a).