Singapore 5 Dollars Very Fine Banknote

Singapore 5 Dollars Banknote   Ship Series

Country: Singapore
Series: Ship Series
Value: 5 Dollars (SGD)
Years of Issue: 1989 to 1997
Currency: Dollar (since 1967)
Material: Paper
Size: 133 x 66 mm
Shape: Rectangular
Signatory: Richard Hu Tsu Tau (Minister for Finance)
Printers:

• De La Rue, London, UK

• Harrison & Sons Ltd, High Wycombe, UK

Obverse Design:

• Main Feature: Twakow (Bumboat) – a traditional local cargo boat

• Center Panel: Chinese lion holding a ball (symbolizing power and strength)

• Bottom Right: Commerson’s Anchovy Fish

• Languages/Scripts: Latin, Chinese (新加坡), Tamil (சிங்கப்பூர்)

• Text Includes:

  • "SINGAPORE" in multiple languages

  • "This note is legal tender"

  • "MINISTER FOR FINANCE"

  • "FIVE DOLLARS"

Reverse Design:

• Main Feature: PSA (Port of Singapore Authority) Container Terminal – a tribute to Singapore’s status as a global maritime hub

• Text Includes:

  • "$5"

  • "SINGAPORE"

  • "PSA CONTAINER TERMINAL"

Interesting Facts:

• Part of Singapore’s iconic Ship Series, which showcases maritime heritage and economic progress.

• Features a blend of cultural and economic symbols, including fish, boats, and port views.

• Collectible and historically significant, especially for fans of Southeast Asian currency.