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½ Cent - James Brooke Rajah
1863 year| Bronze plated copper | - | - |
| Issuer | Sarawak (British Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| Raja | James Brooke (1841-1868) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | ½ Cent (0.005) |
| Currency | Dollar (1868-1946) |
| Composition | Bronze plated copper |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#34029 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Written value within wreath, date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SARAWAK
HALF
CENT
1863
Interesting fact
The ½ Cent James Brooke Rajah coin from Sarawak (British Malaysia) made of Bronze plated copper is interesting because it features a unique blend of Eastern and Western design elements. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of James Brooke, a British adventurer and statesman who ruled Sarawak from 1841 until his death in 1868, while the reverse side features a traditional Malay motif of a crescent moon and stars. This blend of cultures reflects the rich history and diversity of Sarawak during the time period.
