1000 IDR #272

Front

Lake Toba, the largest volcanic lake in the world, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia. Formed by a supervolcanic eruption approximately 74,000 years ago, Lake Toba is one of Indonesia's most iconic natural landmarks and a center of Batak culture. The lake measures approximately 100 kilometers long and 30 kilometers wide, with Samosir Island in its center. This note prominently features the volcanic caldera landscape with terraced agricultural fields in the foreground, symbolizing the harmony between nature and traditional farming practices in the region.

Back

Goura victoria (Victoria Crowned Pigeon), a large ground-dwelling pigeon native to the lowland and swamp forests of northern New Guinea. Named after Queen Victoria, it is distinguished by its elegant blue-grey plumage and spectacular lace-like crest of maroon-tipped feathers. The species is Near Threatened due to habitat loss and hunting. The back also features the Garuda Pancasila, the national emblem of Indonesia, depicting a mythical eagle-like bird representing the unity and philosophy of the Indonesian state.

History

This banknote belongs to the 1992 Series issued by Bank Indonesia, which introduced several denominations featuring Indonesia's natural landscapes, wildlife, and cultural heritage. The 1000 rupiah note was issued from 1992 through 2000, with various signature and date variants. The series was designed by Heru Soeroso and printed by Perum Peruri (Perusahaan Umum Percetakan Uang Republik Indonesia), the Indonesian state printing company. This note was withdrawn from circulation and demonetized on December 31, 2008, when Bank Indonesia introduced new polymer-based currency series with enhanced security features. The 1992 series represented a period of economic growth before the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis.