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Medal Singapore Forever 1988
| Location | Singapore |
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| Year | 1988 |
| Type | Medal |
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| Obverse description | The obverse features a bold relief depiction of the Merlion head — Singapore's iconic symbol — set against a polished black field within a raised inner border. The surrounding legend reads 'EXCELLENCE TOGETHER' at the top and 'SINGAPORE FOREVER' at the bottom, separated by raised bullet points. |
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| Reverse description | The reverse displays four circular vignettes arranged around a central legend 'SINGAPORE 1988', each commemorating a significant 1988 milestone: the Official Opening of MRT (with a train and route map), 25 Years of Television (with a camera and satellite dish), 25 Years of Public Utilities (with a light bulb and flame), 100 Years of Artillery (with a cannon and soldiers), and 100 Years of Fire Service (with a fire engine and historic building). The design is struck against a dark field with gilt relief throughout. |
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| Reverse lettering | OFFICIAL OPENING OF MRT / 25 YEARS OF TELEVISION / 1963-1988 / 25 YEARS OF PUBLIC UTILITIES / 100 YEARS OF ARTILLERY / 100 YEARS OF FIRE SERVICE / SINGAPORE / 1988 |
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