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Malaysia 2025 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia Commemorative coin

On 7 November 2025, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) issued a commemorative coin in conjunction with the 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DOSM75). The DOSM75 series comprises: Single sterling silver, with 92.5% purity and weighing 31 grams. This coin has a face value of RM10 and will be sold at RM363 per piece. The mintage quantity is 1,000 pieces. Single Nordic gold brilliant uncirculated (B.U.), made of copper and several other metals, weighing 8.5 grams and carrying a face value of RM1. It will be sold at RM16.50 per piece with a mintage quantity of 5,000 pieces. Set of 2 containing one sterling silver proof coin and one Nordic gold proof coin. The mintage quantity is 1,000 sets and priced at RM396 per set.

**Obverse** – The design concept is themed ‘STATISTIK NADI KEHIDUPAN’, underscoring the idea that statistics are not merely numbers, but a reflection of the everyday lives of Malaysians and a pillar of the country's development. A hand is featured as the central symbol, representing the direct connection between statistics and the people. In the background, circular elements symbolise the continuous flow of data, reflecting the dynamic nature of information. Together, the hand and circular motifs emphasise a human-centred approach, positioning statistics as the driving force behind the nation's progress and well-being.

**Reverse** – The name 'BANK NEGARA MALAYSIA', as the issuing authority of the numismatic coins, is featured at the upper circumference of the coin. At the centre, the 75th anniversary logo of the statistical services is prominently featured, honouring DOSM's vital role in the country’s development. The face value of '10 RINGGIT' for sterling silver and '1 RINGGIT' for Nordic gold is inscribed at the lower circumference of the coin. RM10 2025 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia silver coin Technical Specifications: Type: Silver Proof Metal: Silver (Ag92.5) Face Value (RM): 10 RINGGIT Mintage (piece / set): 1000 for single, 1000 for a set of 2 Diameter (mm): 40.7 Weight (g): 31.1 BNM's Retail Price: RM363 RM1 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia Nordic Gold Proof coin Technical Specifications: Type: Nordic Gold (Proof) Metal: Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 Face Value (RM): 1 RINGGIT Mintage (pieces / sets): 1,000 Diameter (mm): 30.0 Weight (g): 8.5 BNM's Retail Price: - RM1 75th anniversary of the Department of Statistics Malaysia Nordic Gold coin Technical Specifications: Type: Nordic Gold (B.U.) Metal: Cu89 Zn5 Al5 Sn1 Face Value (RM): 1 RINGGIT Mintage (pieces / sets): 5,000 Diameter (mm): 30.0 Weight (g): 8.5 BNM's Retail Price: RM16.50 Set of 2 in 1: Contains silver and nordic gold coins Mintage: 1,000 sets. BNM's Retail Price: RM396