Old Currency Matters
When an elderly man asked John Goh Cheong Huat (pic) for permission to display his coin collection at his coffee shop, the latter had no idea that he would soon be joining the ranks of those who collect old coins and banknotes. A passion for collecting old currency, stamps Who knew that John Goh Cheong […]
Don’t use banknotes to make bouquets
KUCHING: Don’t use banknotes to make bouquets, advised Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Kuching chief Mohd Irman Mohd Din. “This is because all the banknotes used to produce the special gifts will be damaged and made worthless. “Certainly, all the banknotes will be crumpled. What is sadder is that all the banknotes will be torn because […]
No pig fat in Malaysia’s banknotes
KUALA LUMPUR: The country’s banknotes are free from any animal fat and do not contain pig fat element, said Finance Deputy Minister Datuk Amiruddin Hamzah. “The RM1 and RM5 banknotes are made from a polymer as it is four times more durable than regular banknotes (material). “The banknotes do not contain any pig fat element […]
