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20 Sen - Hassanal Bolkiah 1st portrait; w/o numeral 'I' in title; Obverse Mule ND
| Copper-nickel | 5.65 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Brunei |
|---|---|
| Sultan | Hassanal Bolkiah (1967-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Years | 1977-1993 |
| Value | 20 Sen (0.20 BND) |
| Currency | Ringgit / Dollar (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 5.65 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#310674 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah facing right
Script: Latin
Lettering: SULTAN HASSANAL BOLKIAH ·
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Pattern 20 Sen - Hassanal Bolkiah (1st portrait; w/o numeral 'I' in title; Obverse Mule) ND (1977-1993) from Brunei is that it features a unique combination of elements on its obverse side. The coin's obverse features a portrait of Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah, the first Sultan of Brunei, surrounded by a wreath of traditional Bruneian motifs, including a crescent moon and stars, a symbol of Islam, and a stylized representation of the country's national flower, the Simpoh Aru. This combination of elements creates a visually striking and culturally significant design that sets the coin apart from other coins in the series.
