At Right - The national emblem of Brunei is featured prominently on the flag of Brunei. It was adopted in 1940. There are five main components to the national emblem: the flag, the royal parasol (ceremonial umbrella), the wings, the hands, and the crescent. In the centre- The Tapak Kuda Laut Flower (Ipomoea pes-caprae), also known as beach morning glory or goat`s foot, is a common pantropical creeping vine belonging to the family Convolvulaceae. It grows on the upper parts of beaches and endures salted air. This medicinal plant symbolizes the agreement that has withstood the test of time. At Left- Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah at right. Hassanal Bolkiah (born 15 July 1946) is the 29th and current Sultan and Yang di-Pertuan of Brunei and the Prime Minister of Brunei. He is one of the last absolute monarchs in the world. The eldest son of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III and Raja Isteri (Queen) Pengiran Anak Damit, he succeeded to the throne as the sultan of Brunei, following the abdication of his father on 5 October 1967.
Reverse description
In the Middle- Two interlocking C`s (for `Currency`). At the intersection, the state crests of Brunei and Singapore. The Currency Interchangeability Agreement (the Agreement) between Brunei Darussalam and Singapore was established in 1967 to promote monetary cooperation between the two countries. At right, for Brunei, the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque with the replica of a 16th century Royal Barge and the Water Village. At left, for Singapore, the Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay and buildings along its city waterfront.
Signature(s)
Protection type
Watermark
Protection description
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and initials `HB`
Obverse lettering
NEGARA BRUNEI DARUSSALAM
WANG KERITAS INI SAH DIPERLAKUKAN DENGAN NILAI
DUA PULUH RINGGIT
TAPAK KUDA LAUT
(IPOMOEA PES-CAPRE)
SULTAN
