10 Rupiah IDR #280

Front

Traditional Indonesian rumah adat (traditional house) with distinctive thatched roof, representing vernacular architecture from the Indonesian archipelago. The structure features the characteristic elevated platform and ornate wooden construction typical of traditional dwellings in various Indonesian regions. The detailed engraving showcases tropical vegetation surrounding the house, emphasizing Indonesia's agricultural heritage and connection to traditional village life. The text indicates this note was issued under the agreement and supervision of monetary authorities.

Back

Indonesian worker engaged in traditional craft, holding a wayang kulit (shadow puppet), one of Indonesia's most important cultural symbols recognized by UNESCO. The worker represents the common laborer and artisan class that this series honors. The wayang puppet connects to Java's ancient theatrical traditions dating back centuries, embodying stories from Hindu epics adapted into Indonesian culture. The denomination 'SEPULUH RUPIAH' (Ten Rupiah) appears prominently with the year 1963, signed by the Governor and Director of Bank Indonesia.

History

The Seri Pekerja (Worker Series) was issued by Bank Indonesia from 1963-1968 during the Sukarno era, designed to honor Indonesian workers and showcase national cultural heritage. This 10 Rupiah note features traditional architecture on the front and a worker with wayang puppet on the reverse, emphasizing Indonesia's cultural identity during the post-independence nation-building period. The series was printed domestically at Percetakan Kebajoran as part of Indonesia's efforts toward economic self-sufficiency. These notes circulated during a period of economic instability and were eventually replaced due to inflation. The 1963 series is notable for its artistic celebration of Indonesian workers, traditional culture, and indigenous architecture.