Indonesia - Sukarno Coins
The official currency of Indonesia is the Indonesian Rupiah (IDR). This monetary system has a rich history dating back to colonial times and has undergone various changes over time. Indonesian numismatics offers a fascinating glimpse into the economic and cultural evolution of the country.
Current currency and its history
The Indonesian rupiah was introduced in 1946, shortly after the country's declaration of independence. Currently, coins of 100, 200, 500 and 1000 rupiah are in circulation, as well as banknotes ranging from 1000 to 100,000 rupiah. Throughout its history, the rupiah has faced periods of high inflation, leading to various denominations and redesigns. Bank Indonesia has implemented measures to maintain the currency's stability and improve its security against counterfeiting.
Numismatic milestones
Indonesian numismatics include coins from the Dutch colonial era, such as the Dutch East Indies gulden, which circulated until independence. An important milestone was the issuance of the first rupiah series in 1951, which featured national symbols and reflected Indonesian identity. In 2010, Bank Indonesia launched a commemorative series of coins to celebrate the 65th anniversary of independence, highlighting historical figures and national achievements. These pieces are highly prized by collectors and represent significant moments in the country's monetary history.
| Country | Indonesia |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Indonesian rupiah (IDR) |
| 1€ | 16.764,20Rp |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital city | Jakarta |
| ISO2 | ID |
| ISO3 | IDN |
| Catalogued coins | 115 |
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Ancient coins of Indonesia
To facilitate their classification, we have decided to organise the coins according to their historical period, you can consult the coins by historical numismatic categories of Indonesia.
SukarnoThe most valuable coins
The most valuable Indonesia - Sukarno coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coin catalogs related to Indonesia
You can consult other coins related to Indonesia, these catalogs are usually country history: former countries, unifications, independence provinces, colonies, etc.
- Netherlands East Indies
- Northern Borneo (Dólar de Borneo Septentrional)
- Sumatra
Coin Catalog
1 sen (Irian Barat)
5 sen (Irian Barat)
10 sen (Irian Barat)
25 sen (Irian Barat)
50 sen (Irian Barat)
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