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Republic of Indonesia 10 Sen Sukarno Portrait
uncommon1945-1980

Republic of Indonesia 10 Sen Sukarno Portrait

Indonesia · 1949 · 10 sen

The stamp features a profile portrait of a man, likely Sukarno, facing left. The country name 'REPUBLIK INDONESIA' is at the top, and the denomination '10 SEN' is at the bottom.

Issued in 1949, this stamp represents the newly declared Republic of Indonesia during its struggle for independence from Dutch colonial rule. It symbolizes the nascent nation's sovereignty and identity.

Printing Method

Engraved / Photogravure

Image: Rijksmuseum · License: CC0

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