50 Sen "Great Argus Pheasant" - Matrix/Die Trial
Malaysia • 50 Sen • Silver • 1967
- Denomination
- 50 Sen
- Issuer
- Malaysia
- Struck
- 1967
- Composition
- Silver
- Currency
- Ringgit
- Weight
- 5.14 g
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Where it came from
The 50 Sen coin was introduced as part of the first series of Malaysian currency following the establishment of Bank Negara Malaysia. The 'Great Argus Pheasant' design, which features the majestic bird native to the Malay Peninsula, was commissioned to symbolize the nation's natural heritage and biodiversity during its formative years as an independent state.
This specific piece is a matrix or die trial, created by the Royal Mint in the United Kingdom during the pre-production phase. These trials were used to test the clarity of the design and the pressure required for striking before the official circulation coinage was mass-produced. They are highly sought after by numismatists because they represent the developmental history of the nation’s coinage, showcasing the intricate artistic vision of the engravers who refined the pheasant’s detailed plumage.
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