After the previous post about new coinage in Malaysia, I am about to introduce you the new Malaysian banknotes. Lets take a look at the video regarding the design first.
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Now lets take a look into the culture and motifs of the notes you're holding.
The magnificent beauty of Malaysia's
two prominent natural wonders, declared 'World Heritage Sites' by the
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO) are portrayed on the RM100 banknote.
These are the Kinabalu Park in
Sabah, home to the majestic Mount Kinabalu (the highest mountain in
Southeast Asia) and the spectacular limestone pinnacle rock formations
of Gunung Api valley, found within the Mulu National Park in Sarawak.Together, they represent the many
natural wonders of Malaysia that provides visitors a unique experience.
RM50 banknote - Agriculture and Technology
Oil palm and biotechnology are
featured on the RM50 banknote as Malaysia's thriving economy icons. Oil
palm has become the country's most valuable agricultural crop as
Malaysia is one of the largest producer and exporter of palm oil in the
world.
Biotechnology continues to drive this
commodity up the value chain, supporting the nation's economic
transformation towards higher value-added activities in the
agriculture, manufacturing and services sectors of the economy.Crude palm oil is also used as the
underlying commodity to facilitate Islamic financing.
As ambassadors of the rich and colourful
marine life found in our tropical waters, two of the most well-known
species of sea turtles endemic to Malaysian waters are on the new RM20
banknote - the Hawksbill Turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata) and
Leatherback Turtle (Dermochelys coriacea).
The Hawksbill is easily identified by its
curved beak and scaly shell while the Leatherback has a leathery skin
and seven ridges on its shell.These gentle turtles are a reminder that
their existence rests in the delicate balance of human activity and
marine life conservation.
Malaysia's lush tropical jungle, which is
one of the world's oldest living rainforest, is home to a spectacular
variety of flowering plants. Most iconic amongst them is the Rafflesia,
the world's largest flower.
The Rafflesia Azlanii species
featured on the new RM10 banknote is indigenous to Peninsular Malaysia
and was first discovered in the Royal Belum Forest Reserve of the state
of Perak in 2003.
To commemorate its discovery, this
majestic flower was named after the Sultan of Perak, Sultan Azlan
Muhibbuddin Shah ibni Almarhum Sultan Yusuff Izzuddin Shah
Ghafarullahu-Lah.
Featured on the new RM5 polymer banknote is
the Rhinoceros Hornbill (Buceros rhinoceros), one of the
largest and most magnificent hornbill species in the world.
Found in low densities throughout various
rainforests in the country, this beautiful, broad-winged and long-tailed
forest bird plays an important role in the customs and traditional
ceremonies in Sarawak which is known as 'Bumi Kenyalang' or 'Land of
Hornbills'. Hornbill is also seen as a symbol of
strength and courage by the native communities of Sarawak.
Kite-flying is a popular traditional sport in
Malaysia especially in Kelantan and Terengganu. Kite-flying is also
traditionally a celebration of a good harvest which brings together the
local communities in these states.
Amongst the best-known and most iconic
Malaysian kites is the 'Wau Bulan' or Moon Kite which is featured on the
new RM1.
The Wau Bulan, which is hand crafted from
bamboo and paper, is also a popular decorative item that adorns the
walls of Malaysian homes.
Looking at a country's banknote is the best way to get to know about the nation's culture. It's time for you to collect them and get to know about this beautiful country, Malaysia.
Maybe you're interested in the new coins, too.
Reference: Central Bank of Malaysia
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