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1 Ringgit - National Bank
1979 year| Silver (.925) | 16.85 g | 33.30 mm |
| Issuer | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal elective constitutional monarchy (1963-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1979 |
| Value | 1 Ringgit 1 MYR = USD 0.24 |
| Currency | Ringgit (1967-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.925) |
| Weight | 16.85 g |
| Diameter | 33.30 mm |
| Thickness | 2.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#77064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
National Bank headquarters building in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Bank Negara Malaysia and the logo in the middle and the year "1959-1979" below
Script: Latin
Lettering: 1959-1979
Comment
26 January, 1979Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 1979 Malaysian 1 Ringgit silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the national emblem of Malaysia, which includes a crescent moon and a star, surrounded by traditional Malay motifs. The reverse side features an image of a traditional Malay village, complete with rice paddies and a mosque. This design was created by the National Bank of Malaysia to commemorate the country's 15th anniversary of independence, and it is a beautiful representation of Malaysia's cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1979 | 8000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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