Catalog
| Issuer | Singapore |
|---|---|
| Year | 1975 |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Value | 10 Dollars |
| Currency | Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.500) (Copper .500, Nickel .050, Zinc .050) |
| Weight | 31.1 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.33 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | KM#11 |
| Obverse description | Singapore Coat of Arms with supporters in the center, with the years of independence below and the legend around. |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering |
·10TH ANNIVERSARY· MAJULAH SINGAPURA 1965-1975 REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE (Translation: Onward Singapore) |
| Reverse description | A freighter berthed alongside a wharf, with the denomination above and the designer initials to the right of the ship. WL lettering on the right indicating designer`s name, William Lee |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering | 10 DOLLARS WL |
| Edge | Reeded |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (1975) - - 200 000 ND (1975) - Proof - 10 000 |
| Numisquare ID | 1895753530 |
| Additional information |
Historical Context: Issued in 1975, this 10 Dollars coin commemorates the 10th Anniversary of Singapore's independence, a pivotal milestone for the young nation. Following its separation from Malaysia in 1965, Singapore embarked on an ambitious nation-building journey under Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew. This commemorative issue celebrates a decade of remarkable economic growth, social cohesion, and the forging of a distinct national identity, symbolizing the country's successful establishment and resilience on the global stage.
Artistry: The coin's design, typical of modern commemorative issues, showcases national symbolism with clarity. The obverse features the Singapore Coat of Arms, depicting a lion and a tiger supporting a shield with a crescent moon and five stars. The reverse presents a stylized, powerful lion's head, an iconic national emblem, encircled by the denomination "10 DOLLARS" and the commemorative inscription "10TH ANNIVERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE SINGAPORE 1975". The artistic style is clean and bold, emphasizing the nation's strength and progress.
Technical/Grading: Struck in .500 silver, weighing 31.1 grams and measuring 40 mm, this coin offers a substantial canvas for its design. Key high-points for grading include the intricate details of the lion's mane and snout on the reverse, and the relief of the Coat of Arms' elements on the obverse. These coins typically exhibit a strong strike, often with a proof-like finish showcasing frosted devices against mirrored fields, or a brilliant uncirculated quality with sharp details throughout, reflecting the mint's precision.