| Slot: |
5 Dong 1955; 1956 ND First Issue P2s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
5 Dông ND (1955) - Wmk: Tiger's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 |
| Cert #: |
2198628-055
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Owner Comments
M00504L
Only One Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
10 Dong 1955; 1956 ND First Issue P3s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
10 Dông ND (1955) - Wmk: Tiger's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2108188-068
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Owner Comments
00430
Top Pop None Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
1000 Dong 1955; 1956 ND First Issue P4As (non-competitive;for display, only) |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
1000 Dông ND (1955-56) - Wmk: Woman's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 |
| Cert #: |
2189230-009
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Owner Comments
LOT DESCRIPTION
Highly Coveted 1000 Dong
VIETNAM, SOUTH. National Bank. 1000 Dong, ND (1955-56). P-4As. Specimen. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.
Known as the Holy Grail of South Viet Nam Banknotes, this note has increased drastically in popularity over the years for a multitude of reasons. A must have for enthusiasts, this treasure is at the top of every serious collector's list for multiple reasons; its beauty, design, scarcity and interesting history, and the degree of difficulty in obtaining an example, especially in this beautiful uncirculated state.
This note was proposed to the government after the Thomas De La Rue Company was commissioned to create a piece that represented the essence of South Viet Nam. The Old Man was printed to signify dedication and longevity, while he stared at the temple that represented the religious sentiment of the region. On the reverse a stunning woman offers an aura equal to that of the Mona Lisa. The background displays a boat on a lake with a mountainous landscape -- a symbol of the beauty of the area.
TDLR produced a few test creations and ultimately the proposed design on this featured note was chosen. Sadly, while this design was approved through the Proof and Specimen stages, it was never issued, most likely due to the war. Therefore, it is only available as a Proof, or a Specimen. The differences between a Proof and a Specimen example lie only with the native woman Watermark, GIAY MAU overprint on the back ,and red specimen numbers that are seen on the Specimens. We are very excited to offer this note as we seldom have the opportunity to present one in Public Auction. With only a very limited amount of pieces known, it is certain that whomever is lucky enough to own this note can say that they have a coveted piece of World Currency.
WB003163NA
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| Slot: |
500 Dong 1962 ND Issue P6As |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
500 Dông ND (1962) - Wmk: N.D. Diem |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 |
| Cert #: |
2110375-032
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Owner Comments
M00688L
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| Slot: |
2 Dong 1955 ND Third Issue P12s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
2 Dông ND (1955) - Printer: SBNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 63 |
| Cert #: |
2180476-004
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Owner Comments
WB00253NA
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| Slot: |
200 Dong 1955 ND Third Issue P14s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
200 Dông ND (1955) - Printer: SBNC - Litho |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1403587-018
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Owner Comments
00748
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| Slot: |
20 Dong 1964; 1966 ND Issues P16s1 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
20 Dông ND (1964) - Wmk: Demon's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 68 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2198634-021
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Owner Comments
00912
Top Pop None Graded Higher (Only One)
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| Slot: |
20 Dong 1964; 1966 ND Issues P16s2 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
20 Dông ND (1964) - Wmk: Demon's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2515605-071
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Owner Comments
00626
Top Pop None Graded Higher ( Only One)
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| Slot: |
500 Dong 1964; 1966 ND Issues P23s2 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
500 Dông ND (1966) - Wmk: T.H. Dao |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2515605-047
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Owner Comments
00739
Only One graded Higher
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| Slot: |
200 Dong 1972; 1975 ND Issue P32s2 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
200 Dông ND (1972) - Wmk: Woman's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2515605-038
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Owner Comments
00648
Top Pop None Graded Higher (Only Two)
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| Slot: |
1000 Dong 1972; 1975 ND Issue P34s1 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
1000 Dông ND (1972) - Wmk: Woman's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2198634-066
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Owner Comments
00869
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| Slot: |
5000 Dong 1972; 1975 ND Issue P35s1 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
5000 Dông ND (1975) - Wmk: Woman's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1537418-002
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Owner Comments
Loc001180
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| Slot: |
20 Xu 1966 Dated (1975) Transitional Issue P38s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
20 Xu 1966 (ND 1975) |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1856375-044
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Owner Comments
00200
Only One Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
50 Xu 1966 Dated (1975) Transitional Issue P39s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
50 Xu 1966 (ND 1975) |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2091540-060
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Owner Comments
00253
Only Five Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
1 Dong 1966 Dated (1975) Transitional Issue P40s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
1 Dông 1966 (ND 1975) - Wmk: Stars & VN |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1856341-028
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Owner Comments
00280
Top Pop None Graded Higher
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