Malaya Coins
The monetary history of Malaya in the 20th century is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From colonial times to independence, Malaya experienced several transformations in its monetary system, which left a significant mark on its numismatics.
Colonial coins and transition
During the colonial period, Malaya mainly used the Straits dollar, issued by the British government. This currency circulated in the Straits Settlements and Federated Malay States from 1898 to 1939. After World War II, the Malay dollar was introduced in 1953, which served as a transitional currency until independence. An important milestone was the establishment of Bank Negara Malaysia in 1959, which assumed responsibility for issuing the national currency.
Independence and numismatic development
With the formation of Malaysia in 1963, the Malaysian ringgit was introduced and remains the country's official currency. Malaysian numismatics was enriched by the issuance of commemorative coins celebrating significant historical and cultural events. A notable example is the series of coins issued to commemorate the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur. In addition, Malaysia has produced several series of banknotes over the years, each reflecting unique aspects of the country's culture and heritage.
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📢 Malaya is a country that does not exist today. It is now part of the Malaysia coins.
The most valuable coins
The most valuable Malaya coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
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