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Gulden Symbol, Read as Rupiah

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The article examines the historical currency symbol "Gulden" used in manuscripts, contrasting it with the modern Indonesian Rupiah.
  • Researchers found unique ways of writing loan values among 111 examined manuscripts.
  • The study focuses on the "Surat Paga Gadai" manuscripts, highlighting the evolution of financial record-keeping.

A study of 111 "Surat Paga Gadai" manuscripts has revealed intriguing details about historical financial practices in Indonesia. Among these documents, researchers noted a peculiar method of recording loan values, using a symbol that resembles the "Gulden," a historical currency.

This finding, highlighted by Daratullaila Nasri, a lecturer in Archaeology at Andalas University, contrasts with the modern Indonesian Rupiah. The manuscripts, which detail pawned items and loan agreements, offer a window into the economic systems and record-keeping methods of the past.

The research delves into the specific notation of monetary values within these historical texts. The presence of the "Gulden" symbol suggests a connection to or influence from European monetary systems during the periods these manuscripts were created. This linguistic and economic artifact provides valuable insight into the cultural exchange and financial evolution within the region.

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