| 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: |
20 Dong 1955; 1956 ND First Issue P4s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
20 Dông ND (1956) - Wmk: Tiger's Head |
| Grade: |
PMG AU 58 |
| Cert #: |
1819334-004
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Owner Comments
SB00270
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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: |
10 Dong 1962 ND Issue P5s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
10 Dông ND (1962) - Printer: SBNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2204393-026
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Owner Comments
H00475A
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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 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2203009-072
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Owner Comments
M001680L
Top Pop None Graded Higher (Only One)
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| Slot: |
20 Dong 1962 ND Issue P6s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
20 Dông ND (1962) - Printer: SBNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2204393-027
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Owner Comments
H00525A
Top Pop None Graded Higher!
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| Slot: |
50 Dong 1955-58 ND Second Issue P7s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
50 Dông ND (1956) - Printer: SBNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 67 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2204393-029
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Owner Comments
H00625A
Top Pop None Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
100 Dong 1955-58 ND Second Issue P8s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
100 Dông ND (1955) - Printer: ABNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2431617-002
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Owner Comments
CCA00720
Top Pop None Graded Higher
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| Slot: |
200 Dong 1955-58 ND Second Issue P9s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
200 Dông ND (1958) - Printer: ABNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2431621-015
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Owner Comments
CCA510
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| Slot: |
500 Dong 1955-58 ND Second Issue P10s |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
500 Dông ND (1955) - Printer: ABNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2431617-004
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Owner Comments
CCA00900
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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: |
200 Dong 1955 ND Third Issue P14As1 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
200 Dông ND (1955) - Printer: SBNC |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2431617-003
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Owner Comments
CCA00600
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| Slot: |
1 Dong 1964; 1966 ND Issues P15s1 |
| Item: |
Viet Nam - South, National Bank "SPECIMEN"
1 Dông ND (1964) |
| Grade: |
PMG 66 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2301863-016
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Owner Comments
00270*
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