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The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) issues commemorative coins and notes with the approval of the Hon. Minister of Finance in terms of Section 52A (1) (a) and (b) of the Monetary Law Act (Amendment) No. 6 of 1998. The CBSL has issued 54 commemorative coins to mark important events and persons since 1957.
Ananda College, established in 1886 completed 125 years on 01.11. 2011. To mark the 125th Anniversary celebrations, a commemorative coin with a face value of Rs. 2000 will be issued and it is a frosted proof crown size silver coin. This is the 55th commemorative coin issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka.The obverse of the coin depicts the images of Venerable Mohottiwatte Gunananda Thero, Venerable Hikkaduwe Sumangala Thero and Colonel Henry Steele Olcott as the founders of Ananda College. A replica of Ananda Viharaya (Shrine with Buddha Statue) appears as a backdrop with the rays depicting impact of knowledge and education. The words “Ananda College” in Sinhala appears at the bottom centre with the years 1886 -2011 above it. “Ananda College” in Tamil and English appear on the left and right sides of the coin.The reverse of the coin depicts the crest of Ananda College with the denomination “2000” in the centre. The word “Rupees” in Sinhala, English and Tamil appears above the numerals 2000. The words “Sri Lanka” in Sinhala appears at the top centre and in Tamil and English on theperiphery of the coin.This frosted proof silver coin is round in shape and the diameter is 38.61 mm with a weight of 28.28grams. The coin will be issued in an attractive presentation case accompanied by a certificate ofauthenticity from the Royal Mint Ltd, UK.The coin will be officially handed over to Hon. Minister of Finance, H.E the President Mahinda Rajapaksa by Mr. K G D D Dheerasinghe, the Senior Deputy Governor of the CBSL, in Colombo on 29.11.2011.This is a limited issue of 1,500 coins and a coin will be sold at a price of Rs. 8,500. Coins will be available for sale at the cash counters at the Head Office of the CBSL, 30, Janadhipathi Mawatha Colombo 1, Money Museum at No.58, Sri Jayewardenepura Mawatha, Rajagiriya, CBSL Provincial Offices at Anuradhapura, Matara, Matale, Jaffna and Trincomalee from 15th December 2011.
Ananda College's 125th Commemoration was held Tuesday (Nov 29) morning, in the distinguished presence of H.E President Mahinda Rajapksa at the Ananda College kularathne Hall.The event was organized by the Anada Collge Old Boys Association, themed 'Generation of Ananda 125'.President Rajapaksa was greeted by the College Principal Mr. L.M. D Dharmasena and the event proceeding were underway following religious observation.The key note address was delivered by an old Anandian Prof. J. B Dissanayake. A commemorative silver coin issued for the 125 college anniversary was also presented to H.E Mahinda Rajapaksa by Central Bank Deputy Governor Mr. K.G.P.P Deerasinghe.Addressing the gathering Hon. Minister for Education Bandula Gunawardena stated the Ananda College had been the alma-mater for many great personalities over the years.Parliamentarians'- past students of Ananda College, Secretary Defence Mr. Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Chairperson of the College Old Boys Association Mr. Thilak Karunarathne, OBA members, college teachers and students were also present at the occasion.Pictures;1. Chief invitee, the President being received by the Ananda College Principal, L.M.D. Darmasena.2. Guests entering the ceremonial hall3. Guests, including the President, Minister of Education Bandula Gunawardena, Defense Secretary, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, Principal, Prof. J.B. Disanayaka and Thilak Karunarathne4. & 5. Teachers and Students6. A set of books written by an old Anandian, Prof. J.B. Disanayaka being presented to the President7. A silver coin issued by the Central Bank to mark the 125th Anniversary of Ananda College being presented to the President by the Senior Deputy Governor of the Central Bank, K.G.D.D. Deerasinghe.(Pix by: Sudath Silva)
Role of the Individual in National Development - Ananda Can Show the Way
by Professor Chandana WirasinghePlease download the full document under Archival section of the web site
Ananda College celebrates its 125th anniversary on November 1 this year and, as part of the celebrations, the Ananda College Old Boys' Association will be producing a book on the theme of Ananda's many contributions to Sri Lanka's development and progress throughout its illustrious history. It will highlight the pivotal role Ananda played in national education and in many other crucial aspects of nation-building.
This will be the first time a comprehensive account of Ananda's leadership and multi-faceted achievements will be documented. Most definitely a collector's item of lasting value and interest.
The Government will be issuing a special commemorative coin in pure silver in honour of Ananda on Nov 25 - the first time such an honour has been accorded to a school.
COMMEMORATIVE PUBLICATION-LIMITED EDITION
Hard cover
Over 300 pages; approx 23X27 cm
Price -Rs.5, 000/=
COMMEMORATIVE COIN –LIMITED ISSUE
Pure Silver
Crown Size Weight (28.28 grammas)
Price -SL Rupees 8,500/= each
Legal Tender- SL rupees 2000
Coin Issue date 25 November 2011
All net proceed credited to Ananda College Development fund
PAYMENTS
(Please await official confirmation of order by email or mail before making any payments)
A ‘CONFIRMATION REFERENCE NUMBER’ will be issued for each order registered and remittance details Will be sent along with it
There will be two payment options
A direct remittance to a designated SL Rupees account
By Sri Lankan Rs cheque
In both cases the confirmation reference number should be quoted. Once funds are received a final confirmation note will be issued. All confirmed order should be collected from the ACOBA office in the Ananda College premises
Please send the following details
NAME, STREET, ADRESS, EMAIL ADRESS, TELEPHONE NO, NUMBER OF BOOK REQUIRED, NUMBER OF COINS REQUIRED
By email to anandacollege125@gmail.com (this is dedicated email address for correspondence and confirmation of orders) OR
By mail to Ms.Suraji Wijenayake, Multiform Chemicals (Pvt) Limited, No.659, Elvitigala Mawatha, Colombo 05, Sri Lanka
ONCE IN A LIFE TIME OPPORTUNITIES NOT TO BE MISSED

Ananda’s 125th Anniversary Celebrations commences with an All-night Pirith Chanting Ceremony on 31st October , 2011 [ Monday ] and offering of Alms to 125 members of Maha Sangha on Founders Day, the 1st November, 2011 [ Tuesday ]. This is the first in a series of events planned by the Old Boys’ Association jointly with it’s Affiliate groups and the School.

Please download the electronic version of Anandaya Magazine September 2011 from the archival section of the web site.








