This ultra-exclusive ₱5,000 gold coin featuring former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. and First Lady Imelda Marcos is valued at ₱1.5 million for the Brilliant Uncirculated specimen and ₱700,000 for the Gold Proof edition.
Minted in 21K gold and first issued in 1977 to mark the 5th anniversary of Ang Bagong Lipunan, only 100 pieces were ever produced — making it one of the rarest commemorative coins of its era.
You can find this remarkable piece, along with hundreds of other rare currencies and collectibles, at Minted MNL’s two-day year-end show at The Westin Manila.
Under the theme ‘Heritage Reimagined,’ Minted MNL brings together vintage coins, historic paper bills, rare medals from the Spanish and American periods, classic komiks, tokens, artifacts, and more — each item carrying stories of decades, even centuries, of Philippine heritage.
Inside the Sonata Ballroom, collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors explore rows of displays featuring everything from colonial-era relics to quirky 1980s memorabilia and modern commemoratives. Beyond a marketplace, the event becomes a meeting place of history and passion — where every coin, banknote, or artifact becomes a story waiting to be rediscovered.
Adding a modern touch, fashion students from the SoFA Design Institute showcased their Modern Filipiniana collections, blending tradition with contemporary silhouettes and presenting youthful takes on national identity.
Collectors also had the chance to secure the long-term value of their treasures through the Manila Submission Center, which offered onsite grading and certification for coins, paper money, tokens, medals, and selected memorabilia via PCGS Asia, NGC, PMG, and CGC.
Every year, Minted MNL — founded by Sigrid Carandang — draws collectors and industry leaders nationwide with its record-breaking auctions and high-profile displays. This year’s highlights include the Firme Y Feliz Por La Union piece and the iconic Ferdinand and Imelda Marcos 5000-Piso gold coin, with the red edition selling for ₱1.4 million.
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or new to the hobby, Minted MNL reminds visitors of one thing:
These items aren’t just objects — they’re memories preserved in metal, ink, fabric, and time.
The Minted MNL year-end show is happening now until tomorrow at The Westin Manila. Come join FCAS and the entire #CollectibleCommunity.
