1000 IDR #270

Front

Two Cenderawasih (Birds of Paradise) flanking a large central oval space, set against ornate decorative scrollwork. The Cenderawasih is endemic to the Indonesian region of Papua and is a national symbol of Indonesia, featured on many Indonesian banknotes to represent the nation's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. The birds are depicted in their characteristic crested and plumed appearance.

Back

General Sudirman (1916–1950), supreme commander of the Indonesian armed forces during the Indonesian National Revolution. He led guerrilla resistance against Dutch colonial forces during the Indonesian War of Independence (1945–1949) despite suffering from tuberculosis. Sudirman is one of Indonesia's most revered national heroes, honoured for his leadership, military strategy, and dedication to Indonesian independence. His portrait has appeared on multiple denominations of Indonesian currency.

History

The 1980 series of Indonesian rupiah notes was issued by Bank Indonesia during the New Order period under President Suharto. This series replaced the 1968 series and remained in circulation until 1992 when it was superseded by new designs. The 1000 rupiah note of this series features General Sudirman, continuing Indonesia's tradition of honouring independence heroes on its currency. The reverse depicts the Cenderawasih (Bird of Paradise), symbolizing Indonesian natural heritage. Printed domestically by Perum Percetakan Uang RI (Indonesian State Money Printing Corporation).