Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Document and Entity Information

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Document and Entity Information (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Sep. 30, 2012
Oct. 31, 2012
Mar. 31, 2012
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]      
Entity Registrant Name MATTHEWS INTERNATIONAL CORP    
Entity Central Index Key 0000063296    
Current Fiscal Year End Date --09-30    
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer Yes    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Filer Category Large Accelerated Filer    
Entity Public Float     $ 874
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   27,498,968  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Document Type 10-K    
Amendment Flag false    
Document Period End Date Sep. 30, 2012