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5 Ringgit - Agong VIII XV SEA Games
1989 year| Copper plated zinc | 10.4 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal elective constitutional monarchy (1963-date) |
| Type | Circulating commemorative coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 5 Ringgit 5 MYR = USD 1.18 |
| Currency | Ringgit (1967-date) |
| Composition | Copper plated zinc |
| Weight | 10.4 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#13979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 55% |
Reverse
3 sportsmen (sepak takraw, soccer and field hockey), legend around.
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Ringgit - Agong VIII (XV SEA Games) 1989 coin from Malaysia is that it was the first commemorative coin issued by the country to feature a living person, which was a departure from the traditional practice of featuring historical figures or landmarks. This coin features the image of the then-reigning King of Malaysia, Yang di-Pertuan Agong VIII, on its obverse side, making it a unique and significant piece in Malaysian numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 50000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Ringgit - Agong VIII (XV SEA Games) 1989 coin.
