1920 Straits Settlements Malaysia 1 Cent Coin, BU

The 1920 Straits Settlements 1 Cent coin is a brilliant uncirculated (BU) example of early 20th-century colonial coinage issued under British administration in Malaya (modern-day Malaysia). Struck in bronze, this coin features a square shape with a circular central hole—an iconic design that sets Straits Settlements coins apart from other British colonial issues of the era.

The obverse displays the portrait of King George V, surrounded by the inscription “GEORGE V KING AND EMPEROR OF INDIA.” The reverse bears the denomination “ONE CENT” with the legend “STRAITS SETTLEMENTS 1920.” This design symbolizes the region’s rich colonial trade history and the economic importance of the Straits Settlements—Singapore, Penang, Malacca, and Labuan—during the British Empire.

This 1920 1 Cent coin is preserved in BU (Brilliant Uncirculated) condition, exhibiting full original luster, sharp details, and a stunning reddish-bronze surface that highlights its crisp design. Coins of this period are increasingly hard to find in such pristine state, making it a valuable acquisition for collectors of British colonial coins, Southeast Asian numismatics, and Malaysian historical coinage.

Owning this 1920 Straits Settlements 1 Cent coin connects you to the vibrant trade networks and cultural crossroads of early 20th-century Southeast Asia—a fascinating era when British influence shaped modern Malaysia’s monetary and commercial foundation.