Malaysia 2024 installation of Yang di-Pertuan Agong XVII RM100 Commemorative Gold Coins
Technical Specifications for 2024 Malaysia installation of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong XVII RM100 Coins:
Type: Gold (proof)
Metal: Gold (Au999.9)
Face Value (RM): 100 Ringgit
Quantity (pieces / sets): 300
Diameter: 22 mm
Weight: 8 g
Retail sales price: RM3250
Coin design
Obverse – The portrait of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong XVII Sultan Ibrahim is featured against a stylised black pepper plant motif at the centre of the coin.
His Majesty’s name, "SULTAN IBRAHIM" is inscribed on the upper circumference of the coin.
Reverse – The centre of the coin depicts the image of the royal emblem of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong against a stylised black pepper plant motif.
The text "PERTABALAN SERI PADUKA BAGINDA YANG DI-PERTUAN AGONG XVII" is inscribed on the upper circumference of the coin while the text "BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA" as the issuing authority is shown on the bottom circumference along with the face value of "100 RINGGIT" for gold (proof), "10 RINGGIT" for sterling silver (proof) and "1 RINGGIT" for Nordic gold B.U.
The Yang di-Pertuan Agong is the king of Malaysia, and the country has a long-standing tradition of commemorating significant events and milestones through the issuance of special coins. In 2024, Malaysia is set to commemorate the installation of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong XVII with the release of RM100 commemorative gold coins.
These coins are usually issued by Bank Negara Malaysia, the country's central bank, and they serve not only as legal tender but also as collectibles. The RM100 commemorative coins typically feature intricate designs that reflect the significance of the event, often incorporating symbols of Malaysia's culture, heritage, and the monarchy itself.
The installation of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong is a notable event in Malaysian history, as the position is rotated among the nine Malay state rulers every five years. The coin issuance is a way to honor this ceremonial occasion and to allow citizens and collectors to celebrate the monarchy's role in Malaysian society.
The details regarding the design, weight, and other specifications of the coin would typically be announced by Bank Negara Malaysia closer to the release date. Collectors and the general public often show great interest in such commemorative coins due to their artistic value and potential investment appeal.