| Obverse description |
On this side of the coin which is made to look like a congkak board, the left storehouse features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority, while the right storehouse features the text “5 RINGGIT” representing its face value. The middle features two rows of congkak houses containing marbles with frosted tones designed to reveal an optical illusion of the digits “50”, signifying 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang. |
| Obverse script |
Latin |
| Obverse lettering |
BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA 5 RINGGIT |
| Reverse description |
The left corner features the words “50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING” to commemorate 50 years of coin minting by Kilang Wang. The numerals five and zero are styled to mimic the shape of two coins. Against a textured background resembling a mengkuang mat are seven images and motifs from the various series of coins issued by Kilang Wang over the years – the Parliament Building from the first coin series; the wau, rebana and gasing from the second coin series; and Mah Meri motif and sulur kacang from the third coin series. |
| Reverse script |
Latin |
| Reverse lettering |
50 TAHUN PENGHASILAN DUIT SYILING |
| Edge |
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| Mint |
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| Mintage |
2022 - - 1 200
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| Numisquare ID |
2002320730 |
Historical Context: Issued by Malaysia in 2022, this 5 Ringgit coin emerges from a period under the reign of Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah Ri'ayatuddin Al-Mustafa Billah Shah. Its designation as "Kilang Wang Bank" suggests a special issue, likely by Bank Negara Malaysia itself, perhaps commemorating the mint's operations or a specific series. The coin's theme, "Congkak," is profoundly significant, celebrating a traditional Malay board game. This choice underscores Malaysia's commitment to preserving and promoting its rich cultural heritage and traditional pastimes amidst modernization, reflecting a national identity rooted in its diverse history.
Artistry: While a specific engraver is not typically cited for general circulation or commemorative issues from Bank Negara Malaysia, the design likely originates from the mint's internal design team. The stylistic school is contemporary numismatic art, characterized by clear, precise rendering and a focus on cultural motifs. The obverse typically bears the national emblem or the Yang di-Pertuan Agong's portrait, along with the denomination and year. The reverse prominently features the Congkak game, depicting the distinctive wooden board with its rows of holes and playing seeds, rendered with a realism that captures the essence of this beloved traditional game.
Technical/Grading: Struck in 99.9% pure copper, this 22.8-gram coin, KM#246, exhibits the characteristic properties of the metal. Key high-points susceptible to wear or strike weakness would include the raised edges of the Congkak board and the individual seeds within the game's depressions. For optimal grading, one would look for a strong, even strike across these intricate details. Copper's inherent softness means pristine examples will show full, original mint luster, free from bag marks or contact marks. Toning, common for copper, should be uniform and attractive, not distracting, to achieve higher grades.