2015 Native Orchids Of Singapore 2-In-1 Coin Set

Singapore's tropical climate favours a rich diversity of plant species, including orchids. However, the rapid urbanisation of Singapore has affected our natural habitats and native species. To preserve the beauty of our natural world, the Singapore Botanic Gardens has initiated an Orchid Conservation Programme to cultivate, propagate and re-introduce some of the native orchids back to our environment for all to enjoy.

Following the success of the inaugural issue in 2011, and the subsequent issues from 2012 to 2014, the Monetary Authority of Singapore is proud to present the fifth and last in a series that celebrates the beauty of the orchids that once thrived in Singapore, some of which are still found in our forests today. The 2015 Native Orchids of Singapore Coins feature two unique blooms namely, Dendrobium leonis and Dendrobium secundum. Similar to the design concept of the earlier issues, the 2015 Native Orchids of Singapore coins are partially rimless at the coin edges. Colour is applied to the semi-rimless area, which further accentuates the splendor of the beautiful blooms.