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© Stephen Album Rare Coins
2½ Rupiah
1963 year| Aluminium | - | - |
| Issuer | Irian Jaya (Indonesian States) |
|---|---|
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1963 |
| Value | 2½ Rupiah (2.50) |
| Currency | Rupiah (1962-1971) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | 30 April 1971 |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#352478 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Numerical denomination surrounded by wreath with small date below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
2 1/2
RUPIA
1963
Edge
Plain
Comment
1) Coins for Riau were minted with the year 1962, released in late 1963 and withdrawn in 1964.Effectively the coins were legal tender for 9 months only.
2) Coins of Irian Barat had a longer duration of validity from 1962 -1971.
Differs from KM# Pn3 by missing edge lettering.
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2½ Rupiah 1963 from Irian Jaya (Indonesian States) made of Aluminium is a rare and unique coin, with only a few specimens known to exist. It was created as a pattern coin, meaning it was not intended for circulation but rather as a prototype or sample for a potential new coin design. The fact that it was made of aluminum is particularly interesting, as most coins from this time period were made of other metals like copper, silver, or gold. The use of aluminum was likely a deliberate choice to create a distinctive and durable coin that would stand out from other coins in circulation.
