Indonesia 1 sen Riau Coinage Sukarno KM-5 MS 64 NGC aluminum coin 1962

The 1962 Indonesia 1 Sen Riau Coinage aluminum coin is a remarkable numismatic artifact from a pivotal period in Indonesian history. Issued for circulation in the Riau Archipelago and certified MS64 by NGC, this coin reflects the nation-building efforts of the early Republic under President Sukarno. Special regional issues such as the Riau coinage series remain highly sought after by collectors of Southeast Asian and historical world coins.

The obverse features a left-facing portrait of Sukarno wearing his iconic peci cap, surrounded by the inscription “REPUBLIK INDONESIA” and his name “SUKARNO.” The design presents a dignified image of Indonesia’s first president and founding father. On the reverse, the denomination “1 SEN” is prominently displayed in the center, enclosed within a decorative wreath of laurel branches and leaves. The date “1962” appears below, while the clean layout emphasizes the coin’s elegant simplicity. This variety is associated with the distinctive “Kepulauan Riau” edge designation referenced by NGC.

Sukarno played a central role in Indonesia’s independence movement and guided the country through its formative years as a sovereign state. Struck in aluminum and preserved in Mint State 64 condition, this certified NGC example combines historical significance, regional interest, and collector appeal. An excellent addition to collections focused on Indonesia, Asian history, political figures, and scarce certified world coinage.

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