Netherlands East Indies Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in the Dutch East Indies is fascinating and reflects the political and economic changes in the region. From colonial times to Indonesian independence, banknotes have evolved significantly, telling the story of this nation through its paper money.
Colonial banknotes and transition
During the colonial period, the Bank of Java issued banknotes for the Dutch East Indies. These banknotes often featured elaborate designs with local and colonial motifs. After Indonesian independence in 1945, the Indonesian rupiah was introduced as the new national currency. The first banknotes of the Republic of Indonesia were issued in 1946, marking an important milestone in the country's monetary history.
Modern Indonesian banknotes
Currently, Bank Indonesia is responsible for the issuance of banknotes in the country. Banknotes in circulation include denominations of 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000 rupiah. These banknotes feature portraits of national heroes and iconic Indonesian landmarks, reflecting the country's rich culture and history. In 2016, a new series of banknotes with enhanced security features was introduced, demonstrating Indonesia's continued commitment to modernizing its currency.
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Netherlands East Indies is a country that does not exist.This country is currently part of the old banknotes of Indonesia.
Valuable and popular banknotes
The most valuable Netherlands East Indies banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:
