Issued in 1987 by the Republik Indonesia, this 1000 Rupiah banknote is part of the post-independence series emphasizing national heroes and economic development.
The obverse features a portrait of I Gusti Ngurah Rai, a Balinese national hero, accompanied by denomination numerals, guilloche patterns, and the inscription “Republik Indonesia.” The design reflects Indonesia’s tribute to its freedom fighters.
The reverse depicts agricultural and industrial themes, including rice fields and rural workers, highlighting the nation’s reliance on agriculture while signaling progress toward modernization.
Issuer: Republik Indonesia
Denomination: 1000 Rupiah
Year: 1987
Dimensions: Approx. 155 × 65 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns, security fibers