The Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) has issued special commemorative products to honour the Diamond Jubilee Wedding Anniversary of His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah and Her Majesty Duli Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha.
The announcement was made by Executive Director of Currency Management at BDCB, Pengiran Maslina Pengiran Haji Mahmud, during a press conference where the new collection, comprising legal tender coins and a debut gold foil, was unveiled.
Pengiran Maslina said that the commemorative products are a tribute to the enduring legacy and unity of Their Majesties.
“We are particularly proud to introduce our first-ever commemorative gold foil as part of this historic celebration. The collection symbolises the nation’s reverence for the Royal couple’s 60-year union,” she said.
The products consist of three coins—gold, silver and cupronickel—alongside BDCB’s inaugural gold foil.
Each item features a portrait of Their Majesties taken during the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Foundation’s Hari Raya Aidilfitri celebration at the International Convention Centre in 2017.
The design is adorned with the motif of the traditional woven fabric “Kain Si Lubang Bangsi,” recognised for its cultural significance, and incorporates the number “60” expressed in both Roman and Jawi numerals. The reverse of the gold foil displays the personal crests of His Majesty and Her Majesty, symbolising the sovereignty and steadfastness of the beloved royal institution.
Commenting on the unique design elements, Pengiran Maslina added that the incorporation of the ‘Kain Si Lubang Bangsi’ motif and the dual numeral script is a deliberate homage to our rich cultural heritage, seamlessly woven into this tribute for Their Majesties. This fusion of tradition and commemoration aims to create a lasting memento of the Jubilee.
The technical specifications and pricing are as follows:
– A Gold Coin, with a face value of B$600, is made of 999.9 gold, weighs 31.10 grams, and has a base price of BND 6,700.
– A Silver Coin, with a face value of B$60, is made of 999.9 silver, weighs 31.10 grams, and is priced at BND 560.
– A Cupronickel Coin, with a face value of B$6, weighs 28.00 grams and is priced at BND 360.
– The Gold Foil, a first-of-its-kind product for BDCB, is made of 999.9 gold, measures 64mm by 140mm, weighs 1.0 gram, and has a base price of BND 450.
The retail prices for the gold items are subject to prevailing market rates on the date of purchase.
The products will first be available for sale at the BDCB booth (P21-P23) during the 32nd Consumer Fair & Trade Expo at the International Convention Centre in Berakas from Wednesday, 28 January, to Sunday, 1 February 2026. Operating hours are from 10am to 8pm, except on Friday, 30 January, when the booth will be open from 10am to 12noon and from 2pm to 8:30pm.
Following the consumer fair, the commemorative collection will be available for purchase from the BDCB Currency Gallery and Gift Shop located on the first floor of the BDCB building in the Ministry of Finance and Economy Complex on Commonwealth Drive, starting Monday, 2 February 2026.
For further information, the public is encouraged to visit the BDCB website at www.bdcb.gov.bn or its Instagram account, @centralbank.brunei.
THE BRUNEIAN | BANDAR SERI BEGAWAN
