100 Rupiah (Forestry for prosperity) 1978 (1978-1990) front 100 Rupiah (Forestry for prosperity) 1978 (1978-1990) back
100 Rupiah (Forestry for prosperity) 1978 (1978-1990) photo
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100 Rupiah Forestry for prosperity

1978 (1978-1990) years
Copper-nickel 7.0 g 28.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Indonesia › Indonesia (1949-date)
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Circulating commemorative coin
Year
1978 (1978-1990)
Value
100 Rupiah (100&nbspIDR)
Currency
Rupiah (1965-date)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
7.0 g
Diameter
28.5 mm
Thickness
1.4 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
26 June 2002
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#3294
Rarity index
4%

Reverse

Legendary tree of life (Batang Garing)

Script: Latin

Lettering:
HUTAN UNTUK KESEJAHTERAAN
RP. 100

Translation:
Forest for well-being
100 Rupiah

Edge

Reeded

Comment

Stuck with a fixed date until at least 1990. Of the total mintage of this coin, 67,698,000 pieces were minted in 1978 according to FAO Coins International Catalogue by Attilio Armiento (2017 Edition page 140).

Interesting fact

The 100 Rupiah coin from Indonesia, minted between 1978 and 1990, features a unique design that highlights the country's commitment to forestry and prosperity. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized tree, symbolizing the importance of forestry in Indonesia's economy and sustainable development. The reverse side features the Indonesian coat of arms, which includes a banyan tree, a symbol of strength and resilience. This coin was minted during the rule of President Suharto, who launched a national program aimed at increasing forest production and promoting sustainable forest management. This coin serves as a reminder of Indonesia's efforts to balance economic growth with environmental conservation.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1978 (1978-1990)  907773000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Rupiah (Forestry for prosperity) 1978 (1978-1990) coin.