10 Sen - First Series - Parliament

Emisor Malaysia
Año 1967-1988
Tipo Standard circulation coin
Valor 10 Sen
Moneda Ringgit (1967-date)
Composición Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
Peso 2.82 g
Diámetro 19.4 mm
Grosor 1.2 mm
Forma Round
Técnica Milled
Orientación Medal alignment ↑↑
Grabador(es) Geoffrey Colley
En circulación hasta
Referencia(s) KM#3, Schön#50
Descripción del anverso On the back, the denomination value is written in the middle and flanked by the hibiscus, Malaysia`s national flower.
Escritura del anverso Latin
Leyenda del anverso MALAYSIA 10 SEN · 1976
Descripción del reverso The front of this series shows the Parliament building in Kuala Lumpur, as a symbol of Malaysian democracy. The symbol of the crescent moon and 13-pointed star is taken from the Malaysian flag, symbolizing Malaysia as an Islamic country and the 13 states in Malaysia.
Escritura del reverso Latin
Leyenda del reverso GC
Canto Reeded
Casa de moneda Royal Mint (Tower Hill), London,United Kingdom (1810-1975)
Shah Alam, Malaysia(1967-date)
FM
Franklin Mint (The Franklin
Mint), Wawa, Pennsylvania, United States (1964-date)
Tirada 1967 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Minted in 1967-1968 - 106 708 000
1967 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Proof - 500
1968 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Minted in 1968-1969 - 128 292 000
1971 - - 32 236
1973 - - 214 832 756
1976 - Narrow wiring around the edge - 148 840 738
1977 - - 52 720 061
1978 - - 21 161 891
1979 - - 50 633 326
1980 - - 51 797 393
1980 FM - with mintmark; Proof only - 6 628
1981 - - 236 638 957
1981 FM - with mintmark; Proof only -
1982 - - 145 638 962
1983 - Wide wiring around the edge - 30 831 573
1988 - - 17 852 262
ID de Numisquare 2396450630
Información adicional

Historical Context: Issued from 1967 to 1988, the Malaysian 10 Sen coin represents a pivotal era for the newly independent nation. This "First Series" coinage, introduced under the reign of various Yang di-Pertuan Agong, established the modern Malaysian currency system following the Malayan dollar. Its issuance underscored Malaysia's sovereignty and economic autonomy, with the Parliament House motif symbolizing the nation's democratic governance and unity in the post-colonial period.

Artistry: The design, likely executed by artists at the Royal Mint (UK) or commissioned through them, exemplifies a post-colonial nationalist stylistic school. The obverse prominently features the iconic Parliament House in Kuala Lumpur, rendered with architectural clarity, alongside the denomination and year. The reverse showcases a stylized Bunga Raya (hibiscus), Malaysia's national flower, encircled by the country's name, MALAYSIA. This combination effectively communicates national identity and pride.

Technical/Grading: Struck in copper-nickel, this coin generally exhibits good durability. Key high-points for grading include the dome and facade details of the Parliament House on the obverse, and the central pistil and intricate petals of the hibiscus on the reverse. Well-struck examples will display sharp lines in the architectural elements and clear definition in the floral details. Weakness in these areas, particularly on circulated pieces, indicates a lower grade.

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