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1 Dollar - Edward VII Large Type
| Silver (.900) | 26.95 g | 37.3 mm |
| Issuer | Straits Settlements (British Malaysia) |
|---|---|
| King | Edward VII (1901-1910) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1903-1904 |
| Value | 1 Dollar |
| Currency | Dollar (1845-1939) |
| Composition | Silver (.900) |
| Weight | 26.95 g |
| Diameter | 37.3 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | 31 December 1952 |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15533 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 31% |
Reverse
Arabesque pattern surrounding denomination in Chinese and Malay; English lettering around
Script: Latin
Lettering:
STRAITS SETTLEMENTS
壹
ساتو رڠڬية
圓
ONE DOLLAR 1903
Translation: One Dollar
Engraver: George William de Saulles
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The mintmark (B) is on spandril of crown.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1903-1904 Straits Settlements (British Malaysia) 1 Dollar coin is that it features a portrait of King Edward VII, who was the King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions at the time. This coin was issued during his reign, and it is one of the few coins that bear his image. Additionally, the coin's design includes an inscription of the King's name in English and Malay, which reflects the multicultural heritage of the Straits Settlements.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1903 B | 15009891 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1904 B | 20364664 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Dollar - Edward VII (Large Type) 1903-1904 coin.
