Coin - 1993 Singapore Lion 999.9 Gold Coin Set 59.09 G - Limited Edition

1993 Singapore Lion Gold Proof Coin Set with Sir Stamford Raffles Commemorative Gold Bar, issued in a mintage of 1,500 sets. It features five proof coins ($100, $50, $25, $10, $5) all in 999.9 fine gold, plus a Raffles gold bar, presented with COA and luxury case.

Description of Coin Set

• Type: Singapore Lion Gold Proof Coin Set with Commemorative Gold Bar

• Issuing Authority: Board of Commissioners of Currency, Singapore (produced by Singapore Mint)

• Issue Date: 24 August 1993

• Mintage: 1,500 sets only

• Certificate Number: 1420 (unique serial)

Set Components

1. Gold Coins – Singapore Lion Design (Proof finish, 999.9 Fine Gold):

   • $100 Coin

     • Weight: 1 oz (31.103 g)

     • Diameter: 32.12 mm

     • Thickness: 2.50 mm

   • $50 Coin

     • Weight: 1/2 oz (15.553 g)

     • Diameter: 27.98 mm

     • Thickness: 2.00 mm

   • $25 Coin

     • Weight: 1/4 oz (7.776 g)

     • Diameter: 21.95 mm

     • Thickness: 1.50 mm

   • $10 Coin

     • Weight: 1/10 oz (3.110 g)

     • Diameter: 16.50 mm

     • Thickness: 1.10 mm

   • $5 Coin

     • Weight: 1/20 oz (1.555 g)

     • Diameter: 13.92 mm

     • Thickness: 1.00 mm

2. Commemorative Gold Bar – Sir Stamford Raffles

   • Engraved with portrait of Sir Stamford Raffles and a detailed scene of early Singapore.

   • Marked with “Sir Stamford Raffles” and finely struck design.

   • Proof quality, 999.9 fine gold.

Design Features

• Obverse (Front of Coins):
  Features the Singapore Lion Head symbol, a national icon representing courage, strength, and resilience.

• Reverse (Back of Coins):
  Features the Singapore Coat of Arms and year of issue.

• Gold Bar Design:
  Artistic rendering of Sir Stamford Raffles with Singapore’s early landscape, representing history and nation-building.

Packaging & Certification

• Coins and bar are housed in a luxury wooden display case with velvet lining.

• Certificate of Authenticity (COA) provided by the Board of Commissioners of Currency, Singapore, signed by:

  • Lau Kim Boo (General Manager)

  • Maggie Tan (Manager, Coin Department)

Collectability & Value

• Limited Edition: Only 1,500 sets worldwide, highly scarce.

• Complete Set: Includes all denominations ($100, $50, $25, $10, $5) plus the Raffles gold bar, enhancing rarity and collector demand.

• Proof Finish: Superior mirror-polished surfaces with frosted designs.

• Historical Significance: Commemorates Singapore’s national icon (Lion Head) and founder Sir Stamford Raffles.

• Value Basis: Gold content (~1.95 troy oz total across coins + additional bar weight) plus collectible premium.