1 ringgit 1967
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This PMG 65 Gem Uncirculated 1 Ringgit note from Brunei's 1967 inaugural series represents an exceptionally well-preserved example of the Kingdom's first currency issue. The note features Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin III in military dress on the obverse and the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque on the reverse, both rendered in crisp blue and purple tones with meticulous engraving detail. With no visible wear, creases, or damage, this example exemplifies the highest standards of preservation for this foundational issue.
Common. The 1967 1 Ringgit note (P-1) remains abundant in the market despite its age and inaugural status. eBay price tracking demonstrates consistent trading in moderate grades at modest valuations ($3.83 to $20.50 for circulated and exceptional uncirculated examples), with graded PMG 65 examples having sold for approximately $55 in 2020 and PMG 66 examples reaching $71-$199.50 depending on market conditions. The large original print run and continued survival of significant quantities in both circulated and uncirculated states confirm this as a readily available issue for collectors.
Issued in 1967, this 1 Ringgit note commemorates Brunei's early period of monetary autonomy under Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin III, whose portrait and watermark appear throughout the design. The mosque depicted on the reverse is the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque in Bandar Seri Begawan, the nation's premier Islamic architectural landmark and a symbol of Brunei's religious and cultural identity during this formative period of the nation-state.
The obverse features Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin III in profile facing left, wearing a formal military dress uniform with peaked cap, positioned at right of center. His portrait also serves as the watermark security feature. The reverse showcases the Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque, Bandar Seri Begawan's most prominent religious building, depicted with its characteristic dome and minaret tower rendered in fine engraved detail against a clouded sky. Both sides incorporate ornamental geometric patterns in corners, numerals denoting denomination, the Government of Brunei coat of arms/seal, and elaborate decorative borders. Bilingual English-Malay inscriptions identify the issuing authority and denomination throughout.
Front Side: 'KERAJAAN BRUNEI' (Kingdom of Brunei), 'GOVERNMENT OF BRUNEI' (Government of Brunei), 'SATU RINGGIT' (One Ringgit), 'ONE DOLLAR' (One Dollar), 'KELUARAN SERIES' (Issue Series), '1967' (year of issue), 'A/2 292319' (serial number), 'SULTAN' (Sultan). Back Side: 'KERAJAAN BRUNEI' (Kingdom of Brunei), 'GOVERNMENT OF BRUNEI' (Government of Brunei), denomination marker '1'.
Intaglio (copperplate engraving) printed by Bradbury Wilkinson & Co. (BWC), New Malden, a leading security printer. The crisp line work, fine detail in the military uniform and architectural elements, and exceptional clarity of denominational numerals and text all evidence the precision of classic intaglio security printing. The watermark of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddin III and multi-color overprinting on colored paper stock are integrated security measures typical of BWC's work during this period.
This note corresponds to Pick P-1a (BWC printer variant). The PMG population report documents multiple variants within the 1 Ringgit denomination, including P-1a (BWC printer), P-1cts (Commemorative/Test Specimen), and P-1s (Specimen). The serial number prefix 'A/2' and printer attribution to BWC on this example place it within the standard circulation issue variant. No overprints or unusual signatures are evident on this specimen.
