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Indonesia Banknote 20000 rupiah 1998 DIM 50 AED

Name: Indonesia Banknote 20000 rupiah 1998 DIM 50 AED
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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 12th March 2026

Description

Basic Information

Country: Indonesia

Issuing Authority: Bank Indonesia

Denomination: 20,000 Rupiah

Series Year: 1998

Catalog Number: Pick #138a

Serial Number (example on holder): NGU361218

Printer: Perum Percetakan Uang RI (Indonesian State Security Printer)

Material: Cotton paper

Grading (on holder)

Grading Company: DIM Currency

Grade: 35 – Choice Very Fine (VF)

Indicates moderate circulation with visible folds but still good overall condition.

Front (Obverse)

Portrait: Ki Hajar Dewantara

Text: “DUA PULUH RIBU RUPIAH” (Twenty Thousand Rupiah)

Year Printed: 1998

Signatures: Governor and Director of Bank Indonesia

Design Elements:

Portrait of Ki Hajar Dewantara wearing traditional peci cap

Image of Ganesha statue, symbol of education and knowledge

Indonesian national emblem Garuda Pancasila

Large numeric value 20000

Back (Reverse)

Main Theme: Education in Indonesia

Illustrations:

Students in a classroom / learning environment

Symbolic imagery related to education and development

Security Features

Watermark portrait of Ki Hajar Dewantara

Security thread embedded in paper

Intaglio printing (raised ink texture)

Fine micro-printing patterns

Complex geometric background patterns

See-through registration marks

Physical Specifications

Approximate Size: 152 × 65 mm

Primary Colors: Green, brown, and yellow tones

Historical Context

The note was issued during the Asian financial crisis (1997–1998) which heavily affected Indonesia’s economy and currency. The series highlights important national figures and cultural symbols.

Collector Value (approx.)

For graded notes like yours:

VF 35: about $8 – $20 USD depending on demand and condition of the holder.

About the Person on the Note

Ki Hajar Dewantara (1889–1959) was the founder of Indonesia’s national education movement and established the Taman Siswa school system. He is considered the Father of Indonesian Education, and his birthday (2 May) is celebrated as National Education Day in Indonesia.