50 rupiah 1957 — Indonesia ( Pick: 50 )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 rupiah issued in Indonesia in 1957. It is cataloged under Pick number 50. The note's classification is defined by its denomination and year, placing it within documented banknotes.
The front side design features "Bank Indonesia," indicating both the 1952 and 1957 issues, with a maroon color on a green underprint. A crocodile is depicted on the left. The back showcases the Deli Mosque at the upper left and right.
This note measures 150 x 76 mm and is printed on paper by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom. The predominant color on the front is maroon, while the reverse presents a purple hue.
The front side design features "Bank Indonesia," indicating both the 1952 and 1957 issues, with a maroon color on a green underprint. A crocodile is depicted on the left. The back showcases the Deli Mosque at the upper left and right.
This note measures 150 x 76 mm and is printed on paper by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom. The predominant color on the front is maroon, while the reverse presents a purple hue.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1957
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Maroon on green underprint; purple on reverse
- Dimensions
- 150 x 76 mm
- Pick catalog
- 50
About this banknote
The Bank Indonesia issued this 50 rupiah banknote in 1957. It was part of a series printed by De La Rue, London, a notable printing office. The series was introduced during a period of significant change as Indonesia sought to establish its currency and economic system post-independence.
The front of the note features a design with a crocodile at the left, printed in maroon on a green underprint. The back showcases the Deli Mosque prominently at both the upper left and right corners. The note measures 150 x 76 mm and is made of paper, with a reverse side in purple.
