500 Rupiah 1997-2003 front 500 Rupiah 1997-2003 back
500 Rupiah 1997-2003 photo
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500 Rupiah

 
Aluminium bronze 5.34 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Indonesia › Indonesia (1949-date)
Period
Republic (1950-date)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1997-2003
Value
500 Rupiah (500&nbspIDR)
Currency
Rupiah (1965-date)
Composition
Aluminium bronze
Weight
5.34 g
Diameter
24 mm
Thickness
1.83 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
1 December 2023
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#6666
Rarity index
5%

Reverse

Jasmine flower (Jasminum sambac), the National Flower and Denomination.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
500
RUPIAH
BUNGA MELATI

Translation:
500
RUPIAH
Jasmine flower

Edge

Plain

Comment

Can still be exchanged for valid currency until 1 December 2033.

Interesting fact

The 500 Rupiah coin from Indonesia features an image of a traditional Indonesian boat, known as a "pinisi," on its reverse side. The pinisi is a iconic symbol of Indonesian culture and is still used today in many parts of the country for fishing and transportation. The inclusion of this image on the coin highlights the importance of maritime culture and traditions in Indonesian history and society.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1997  - - - - - -
2000  - - - - - -
2001  - - - - - -
2002  - - - - - -
2003  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Rupiah 1997-2003 coin.