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1 Cent - Charles V. Brooke Rajah
| Bronze | 5.48 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Sarawak (British Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| Raja | Charles Vyner Brooke (1917-1946) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1927-1941 |
| Value | 1 Cent (0.01) |
| Currency | Dollar (1868-1946) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.48 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#12520 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 12% |
Reverse
Value within wreath (made of two Olive branches which are ribbon tied at bottom), date below.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SARAWAK
ONE
CENT
1927
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1 Cent coin from Sarawak (British Malaysia) featuring Charles V. Brooke Rajah is that it was designed by the renowned British artist and sculptor, Edgar D. F. Miller. Miller was known for his work on various coins and medals, including the design of the Indian rupee and the George Cross. The coin's design features a portrait of Charles V. Brooke Rajah on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Malayan tiger, which is now an endangered species. This coin is a unique piece of history that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak and its colonial past.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1927 H | 5000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1929 H | 2000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1930 H | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1937 H | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1941 H | 3000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Cent - Charles V. Brooke Rajah 1927-1941 coin.
