Malaysia 2022 50th Anniversary of RELA Commemorative Coins
On 23 December 2022, Bank Negara Malaysia issue commemorative coins in conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Malaysia Volunteers Corps Department (Jabatan Sukarelawan Malaysia, or RELA)
The commemorative coins will be issued in two denominations:
1. Coloured Sterling Silver Commemorative Coin (proof)
The coin weighs 31 grams and is made of sterling silver with 92.5 purity. It has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM275 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces.
2. Nordic Gold Brilliant Uncirculated (B.U.) Commemorative Coin
This coin weighs 8.5 grams and is made of copper and several other metals. It has a face value of RM1 and will be sold at RM16.50 per piece. The mintage quantity is 5,000 pieces.
These commemorative coins are also available for sale in a Set of 2, with each set priced at RM330. The set comprises one coloured sterling silver proof coin and one Nordic gold proof coin. A total of 1,000 sets will be available for purchase.
Coin design
The design of the commemorative coins is as follows:
Obverse
The obverse features the text "JUBLI EMAS” and “JABATAN SUKARELAWAN MALAYSIA" on the coin’s top and left circumference, with RELA's iconic digital camouflage pattern in colour featured the left segment. On the right side of the obverse is the silhouette of a RELA member giving a hand salute, symbolising discipline and steadfastness. The silhouette is set against a shield, representing RELA's service in providing protection and security to the public.
Reverse
The left circumference features the text “BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA” to depict the issuing authority. Meanwhile, the event logo is depicted on the right (highlighted in colour on the silver coins) against the silhouette of RELA’s original logo from 1972. The text “10 RINGGIT” and “1 RINGGIT” are also depicted on the left, representing the face value of the coins.
Technical Specifications for 2022 50th Anniversary of RELA RM1 Coins:
Type: Nordic Gold (B.U)
Metal: Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1
Face Value (RM): 1 Ringgit
Quantity (pieces / sets): 5,000
Diameter: 30
Weight: 8.5
Retail sales price: RM16.50
Technical Specifications for 2022 50th Anniversary of RELA RM10 Coins:
Type: Colored Sterling Silver (proof)
Metal: Silver (Ag 92.5)
Face Value (RM): 10 Ringgit
Quantity (pieces / sets): 1,000
Diameter: 40.7
Weight: 31
Retail sales price: RM275
Technical Specifications for 2022 50th Anniversary of RELA set of 2 Coins:
Mintage: 1000 sets
it contains the Coloured Sterling Silver (proof) and Nordic Gold (proof)
Retail sales price: RM330
