5 Sen - First Series Coins - Parliament

发行方 Malaysia
年份 1967-1988
类型 Standard circulation coin
面值 5 Sen
货币 Ringgit (1967-date)
材质 Copper-nickel (75% Copper, 25% Nickel)
重量 1.41 g
直径 16.2 mm
厚度 1.05 mm
形状 Round
制作工艺 Milled
方向 Medal alignment ↑↑
雕刻师 Geoffrey Colley
流通至
参考资料 KM#2, Schön#49
正面描述 On the back, the denomination value is written in the middle and flanked by the hibiscus, Malaysia`s national flower.
正面文字 Latin
正面铭文 MALAYSIA 5 SEN · 1981
背面描述 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.
背面文字 Latin
背面铭文 GC
边缘 Reeded
铸币厂 Hamburgische Münze, Germany(801-date)
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)
铸造量 1967 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Minted in 1967-1968 - 75 464 000
1967 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Proof - 500
1968 - Royal Mint, U.K.; Minted in 1968-1969 - 74 536 000
1971 - - 16 657 712
1973 - - 102 942 305
1976 - - 65 658 870
1977 - - 10 609 162
1978 - - 50 044 123
1979 - - 38 823 711
1980 - - 33 893 481
1980 FM - Proof - 6 628
1981 - - 51 490 263
1981 FM - Proof -
1982 - - 118 593 833
1985 - - 15 553 101
1987 - - 17 723 327
1988 - - 26 788 183
Numisquare 编号 2293227660
附加信息

Historical Context: The 1967-1988 Malaysian 5 Sen coin marks a significant post-independence era. Issued under Malaysia's authority, this first series coinage established a fully independent national currency, replacing the Malaya and British Borneo Dollar. Launched after Malaysia's formation in 1963, this coin powerfully asserted national sovereignty and identity, with the Parliament building symbolizing democratic governance and unity.

Artistry: The design of this 5 Sen coin, part of Malaysia's inaugural national coinage, reflects a modernist and nationalistic stylistic school, emphasizing indigenous symbols. While specific engravers are often uncredited, the aesthetic was a collaborative national effort. The obverse depicts the iconic Parliament House in Kuala Lumpur, a key symbol of Malaysian democracy. The reverse features the Bunga Raya, or hibiscus, Malaysia's national flower, gracefully framing "5 SEN," signifying national pride and heritage.

Technical/Grading: Struck in durable copper-nickel (1.41 grams, 16.2 mm), this coin generally exhibits good strike quality. For grading, key high-points for wear include the dome and intricate architectural details of the Parliament building on the obverse. On the reverse, the central stamen and delicate veins of the hibiscus petals are critical. Full detail in these regions indicates higher grades, with mint state examples showing sharp, crisp lines.

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