Billionth Barrel Monument
The Billionth Barrel Monument is a monument located in Seria, Brunei.[1]
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| 4°37′00″N 114°19′02″E | |
| Location | Seria, Brunei |
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| Material | Concrete and gold |
| Beginning date | 1991 |
| Completion date | 1991 |
History
The monument was built in 1991. It was commemorated by Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah on 18 July 1991.[2] The monument commemorates the production of the billionth barrel of oil produced in the onshore oil field in Seria.
Location
The monument is located near the S-1, the first well discovered in Seria oil field. The well was discovered by Brunei Shell Petroleum in 1929.[2] The monument is located 38 meters from S-1, which is now located on the beach. The only marker that remains of S-1 is a corroded steel bar.
Design
On an elevated square, there are five pipes that form an arch structure that is crowned by a gilded coat of arms. The five pipes are reminiscent of the Five Pillars of Islam[1] and the floor tiles are designed according to Islamic models.
The monument was designed by a local architect.[1]
References
- Billionth Barrel Monument description. "Places Online".
- "Oil and Gas info". Brunei Shell Petroleum. Archived from the original on 24 August 2011. Retrieved 13 December 2011.