Indonesia Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in Indonesia is a fascinating journey through the economic and cultural evolution of this Southeast Asian country. From the first issues to the modern banknotes of today, Indonesian banknotes reflect the political, social and economic changes that the nation has undergone over the years.
Current banknotes in circulation
Current Indonesian banknotes are denominated in rupiah and feature a number of colorful and confident designs. The most recent series, issued in 2016, includes denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000 rupiah. These banknotes are notable for their patriotic and cultural motifs, such as national heroes, iconic landscapes and elements of the country's rich ethnic diversity.
Historical banknotes and relevant landmarks
Indonesia' s old banknotes offer a window into the country's history. During the Japanese occupation in World War II, special banknotes known as "duit Jepang" were issued. After independence in 1945, Indonesia began to issue its own banknotes, with designs reflecting the new national identity. An important milestone was the currency reform of 1965, when a new rupiah was introduced to combat hyperinflation, marking a significant change in the country's economic history.
Country | Indonesia |
Flag | |
Coin | Indonesian rupiah (IDR) |
1€ | 16.841,70Rp |
Continent | Asia |
Capital city | Jakarta |
ISO2 | ID |
ISO3 | IDN |
Catalogued banknotes | 310 |
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Valuable banknotes
The most valuable Indonesia banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:
Old Indonesia banknotes
You can consult other banknotes related to Indonesia, these catalogs are usually country history: former countries, unifications, independence provinces, colonies, etc.
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