MAS Unveils 2017 Year of the Rooster Chinese Almanac Coins

Singapore, 28 November 2016…The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today unveiled the 2017 Year of the Rooster Almanac Coins, the inaugural issue of the Singapore Fourth Chinese Almanac Coin Series. These coins will be issued on 1 January 2017.

2    The Singapore Fourth Chinese Almanac Coin Series will be issued over a span of 12 years, from 2017 to 2028. Each year’s issue will depict a zodiac animal in a park or natural landscape setting in Singapore.

2017 Year of the Rooster Coins

3    The first coin in the series will be issued in 2017 and will feature the Rooster with Kampong Buangkok, Singapore’s last surviving village, in the background.  

4    The coins will be available in 10 different versions, including a 1 kg rectangular coin which will be minted on 999 fine silver with a relief height of at least three times the relief of past 1 kg coins, to bring focus to the Rooster. Special premium sets consisting of various coin combinations will also be available to the public.

5    The obverse of the coins bears the Singapore Coat of Arms with the year 2017.

6    More details of the coins are in the Annex.

Sale of Coins

7    The coins will be sold by The Singapore Mint. For enquiries and orders, the public can contact The Singapore Mint at 6566 2626 / 6895 0288 / 6222 2486 / 6336 2878 or via the internet at www.singaporemint.com.

8    Orders must reach The Singapore Mint by 16 December 2016. The coins will be subjected to balloting if oversubscribed.

Annex

Kampong Buangkok

Originally a swamp, Kampong Buangkok is Singapore’s last surviving village. Built in 1956, Kampong Buangkok, which is approximately the size of three football fields, was home to about 40 families in the 1960s.

An area with overhead electrical lines, domestic animals roaming freely, dirt tracks leading to houses made of wooden planks and zinc roofs, Kampong Buangkok exudes an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Today, about 28 families still live in the rustic village.

2017 Year of the Rooster Coins

1    The details of the coins are as follows:

a) Nickel-plated Zinc Proof-like CoinNickel-plated zinc coin with a face value of $2 in a round shape with a diameter of 40.70 mm. Mintage: 120,000 pieces

b) ¼ troy oz Silver Proof-like Colour Coin999 fine silver coin with face value of $2 in a round shape with a diameter of 27 mm. The Rooster is featured in full colour. Mintage: 30,000 pieces

c) 1 troy oz Silver Proof Coin
999 fine silver coin with face value of $5 in an octagonal shape with a diameter of 45 mm. Mintage: 15,000 pieces

d) 1 troy oz Silver Proof Colour Coin999 fine silver coin with face value of $5 in a floral shape with a diameter of 45 mm. The Rooster is featured in full colour. Mintage: 15,000 pieces

e) 5 troy oz Silver Proof Coin
999 fine silver coin with face value of $20 in a round shape with a diameter of 65 mm. Mintage: 500 pieces

f) 1 kilogram Silver Proof-like Coin
999 fine silver coin with a face value of $80 in a rectangular shape with a dimension of 114.50 mm x 60.50 mm. Mintage: 200 pieces

g) 1 gram Gold Brilliant Uncirculated Coin
999.9 fine gold coin with a face value of $5 in a rectangular shape with a dimension of 8.70 mm x 15.00 mm. Mintage: 3,000 pieces

h) ¼ troy oz Gold Proof Coin
999.9 fine gold coin with a face value of $20 in a round shape with a diameter of 21.96 mm. Mintage: 1,500 pieces

i) 1 troy oz Gold Proof Coin
999.9 fine gold coin with a face value of $100 in an octagonal shape, with a diameter of 40 mm. Mintage: 1,000 pieces

j) 5 troy oz Gold Proof Coin
999.9 fine gold coin with a face value of $200 in a round shape with a diameter of 60 mm. Mintage: 100 pieces

All of the above, except (a), are accompanied by a serialised certificate of authenticity.

2    The Lunar Rooster Coins are also available in premium sets. Each coin set comes with a serialised certificate of authenticity. The coins in the sets are from the mintage of the individual coins.

a) Silver 2-Coin SetConsists of a 1 troy oz Silver Proof Colour coin and a 1 troy oz Silver Proof coin. Limited to 2,000 sets.

b) Silver 3-Coin Set
Consists of a 1 troy oz Silver Proof Colour coin, a 1 troy oz Silver Proof coin, and a ¼ troy oz Silver Proof-Like Colour coin. Limited to 2,000 sets.

c) Gold & Silver 3-Coin Set
Consists of a 1 troy oz Gold Proof coin, a 1 troy oz Silver Proof Colour coin, and a 1 troy oz Silver Proof coin. Limited to 500 sets.

d) Gold & Silver 5 oz 2-Coin Set
Consists of a 5 troy oz Gold Proof coin and a 5 troy oz Silver Proof coin. They are positioned to form the auspicious figure ‘8’. Limited to 50 sets.

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MAS issues new collectable zodiac coins series from Year of Rooster

MAS issues new collectable zodiac coins series from Year of Rooster

Year of the Rooster Chinese Almanac Coins. Photo: MAS

PUBLISHED: 4:55 PM, NOVEMBER 28, 2016
SINGAPORE — Starting with the 2017 Year of the Rooster, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is issuing a new series of collectable Chinese almanac coins depicting a zodiac animal in a park or natural landscape setting in Singapore.

The first coins in the Singapore Fourth Chinese Almanac Coin Series will feature the rooster in Kampong Buangkok — Singapore’s last surviving village. The obverse of the coins bears the Singapore Coat of Arms with the year 2017.

The 2017 coins will be issued on Jan 1, the central bank announced on Monday (Nov 28).

These coins will be available in 10 different versions, ranging from nickel-plated coins to silver and gold proof coins. The face value of the coins start from S$2 and goes up to S$200 for a five troy oz gold proof coin.

Special premium sets are also available, and they consist of various coin combinations.

Orders for the coins must reach the Singapore Mint by Dec 16. They will be subjected to balloting if oversubscribed.

This new collectable series will be issued over a span of 12 years from 2017 to 2028, with the respective zodiac animal featured every year.

For more information on the coin sets, see www.singaporemint.com.


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2016 Lunar Retail Roadshows - Singapore Mint

2016 Lunar Retail Roadshows - Singapore Mint

Location		Period
Suntec City Mall	新达城广场	7 Jan - 6 Feb 2016
HDB  Hub (Toa Payoh)	建屋局（大巴窑）	15 Jan – 5 Feb 2016
Ang Mo Kio Hub	宏茂桥购物坊	18 Jan - 6 Feb 2016
Bugis Junction	白沙浮广场	18 Jan – 6 Feb 2016
Jurong Point	裕廊坊	18 Jan – 6 Feb 2016
Century Square	世纪广场	22 Jan – 6 Feb 2016
Parkway Parade	白汇广场	25 Jan – 6 Feb 2016

*Please note that all roadshows will close at 4pm on the last day of the roadshow.

Daily Operating Hours for all locations except Suntec City Mall

From 11.00am to 8.30pm

Daily Operating Hours for Suntec City Mall

From 12.00pm to 10.00pm

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MAS launches Year of the Monkey coins and sets for 2016

The Year of the Monkey coins will be available in nine versions, including a 1 kg coin made of 999 fine silver, which is the largest silver coin in Singapore.

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SINGAPORE: Ahead of 2016, which is when the Year of the Monkey starts according to the Chinese zodiac calendar, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) announced on Friday (Nov 20) it would be releasing coins and coin sets at the start of next year.

The coins are part of the third Chinese Almanac coin series, and features a monkey with a "playful and curious" disposition while holding a peach which symbolises longevity, MAS said in its press release.

The Year of the Monkey coins will be available in nine versions, including a 1 kg coin made of 999 fine silver, which is the largest silver coin in Singapore. Selected premium sets will include an eight-sided floral-shaped ingot featuring a family of monkeys, it added.

Additionally, the agency will also issue the 2016 Chinese Almanac puzzle coin set, which will feature a centrepiece surrounded by the 12 coins each depicting the design of the animals in the series, it said.

The sale of the coins will be conducted by the Singapore Mint, and orders start on Friday and must reach the sales agent by Dec 15, MAS said.

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The Singapore Third Series Coins

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Premium coin sets minted to mark Singapore's new coin series

Premium coin sets minted to mark Singapore's new coin series
By Kimberly Spykerman | Posted: 12 March 2013 2225 hrs
     
SINGAPORE: The Monetary Authority of Singapore has minted premium coin sets to mark Singapore's third coin series, which will go into circulation around the middle of this year.

The coins will bear some of Singapore's national icons and landmarks such as Changi Airport and the Merlion.

Three different commemorative sets will be available.

The coin sets will be sold at The Singapore Mint retail outlets from end April.

Pre-orders will also be available from 12 March.

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MAS Launches 2013 Year of the Snake Chinese Almanac Coins

Singapore, 15 November 2012…The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) today launched the 2013 Year of the Snake Almanac Coins and the 2013 Uncirculated Coin Set. These coins will be issued on 4 January 2013.
2013 Year of the Snake Coins
2   The coins are part of the third Chinese Almanac Coins Series. The image of the snake is integrated with ancient Chinese seal characters in a design that combines tradition with modernity. The animal is symbolised by the Chinese characters of the “Heavenly Stems and Earthly Branches” to enhance its oriental flavour. The design incorporates a peony which is a symbol of blessing and festive cheer.
3   The coins will come in nine versions, including a 1 kg coin made of 999 fine silver that was first introduced in the 2012 Year of the Dragon coin collection. Selected premium sets will include a unique 8-sided floral-shaped ingot featuring a snake sitting amidst a pond of lotuses, symbolising peace and harmony in the Year of the Snake.
4   The obverse of the coin bears the Singapore Arms with the year 2013.
Limited Worldwide Mintage
5   The details of the coins are:

a. $200 Gold Proof Coin5 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold with a diameter of 60 mm. Limited mintage of 200 pieces
b. $100 Gold Proof Coin1 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold. Mintage of 2,000 pieces.
c. $5 Gold Proof Coin¼ troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold. Mintage of 2,000 pieces.
d. $1 Gold Brilliant Uncirculated Coin With a diameter of only 7 mm and weighing only 0.3 gm, it is the smallest 999.9 gold coin issued by MAS. Mintage of 10,000 pieces.
e. $80 Silver Proof-like Coin Minted in 1 kg of 999 fine silver, it is the largest coin issued by MAS with a diameter of 100 mm. Limited mintage of 1,000 pieces.
f. $25 Silver Proof Coin5 troy ounce of 999 fine silver with a diameter of 65 mm. Limited mintage of 250 pieces.
g. $10 Silver Piedford Proof Colour CoinThe Snake is featured on this coin in full colour, with a peony incorporated on its body. It is minted in 2 troy ounce of 999 fine silver with twice the thickness of an ordinary coin. Mintage of 20,000 pieces.
h. $2 Silver Proof Coin20 gm of 999 fine silver. Mintage of 10,000 pieces.
i. $2 Cupro-Nickel Proof-like Coin20 gm of Cupro-Nickel alloy. Mintage of 80,000 pieces.

6   The Lunar Snake Coins are also available in premium sets:

a. 3-in-1 Coin SetConsists of a 1 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold proof coin, a 2 troy ounce of 999 fine silver piedfort proof coloured coin, a cupro-nickel proof-like coin and a floral-shaped ingot. These coins are part of the coin mintages that are sold individually.
The gold coin in the 3-in-1 coin set is engraved with a serial number matching that of the accompanying certificate of authenticity. Limited to 500 sets.
b. 5 Troy Ounce Lunar Series Coin SetConsists of a 5 troy ounce of 999.9 fine gold proof coin and a 5 troy ounce of 999 fine silver proof coin. They are positioned to form the auspicious figure ‘8’. Each coin set comes with a serialised certificate of authenticity. These coins are part of the coin mintages that are sold individually. Limited to 88 sets.
c. 2-in-1 Coin SetConsists of a 2 troy ounce of 999 fine silver piedfort proof coin, a cupro-nickel proof-like coin and a floral-shaped ingot. These coins are part of the coin mintages that are sold individually. Limited to 3,000 sets.

2013 Uncirculated Coin Set (5¢ to $5)
7   This set consists of five denominations, i.e. 5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢, $1, as well as a $5 scallop-edged coin with a latent image of the year ‘2013’ and the MAS logo. The set is presented in an attractive Hongbao pack. Mintage of 60,000 sets.
Sale of Coins
8   The coins will be sold by The Singapore Mint.
9   For enquiries and coin orders, the public can contact The Singapore Mint at 6566 2626 / 6238 9890 / 6895 0288 / 6222 2486, or www.singaporemint.com.
10   Orders must reach The Singapore Mint by 31 December 2012.
Coin Images

$80 1kg 999 Fine Silver Proof-Like Coin

$10 2 troy ounce 999 Silver Piedfort Proof Coin

$1 0.3gm 999.9 Gold BU Coin

3-in-1 Coin Set

(a) $80 1 kg 999 Silver Proof-like Coin
(b) $10 2 troy ounce 999 Silver Piedfort Proof Coin
(c) $1 0.3 gm 999.9 Gold BU Coin
(d) 3-in-1 Coin Set



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