Vietnam 10,000 Đồng Banknote – Hồ Chí Minh & Offshore Oil Platform (1993 Issue) Pick# 109 | Numista# 204255
Issued by the State Bank of Vietnam, the 10,000 đồng banknote (Pick 109) from 1993 represents a pivotal moment in Vietnam’s post-reunification currency series. Released during the early years of the Đổi Mới economic reforms, this note highlights the country’s industrial ambitions and resource development. Though now withdrawn from circulation, it remains a prized collectible for those interested in Southeast Asian monetary history and socialist-era design.
Design Highlights
Obverse: Features a left-facing portrait of Hồ Chí Minh, the father of modern Vietnam, alongside the State Bank of Vietnam seal and bilingual denomination. Security features include a watermark of Hồ Chí Minh and fine-line engraving.
Reverse: Depicts an offshore oil platform in the South China Sea, symbolizing Vietnam’s strategic investment in energy and industrial modernization during the 1990s. The image reflects the nation’s growing focus on resource extraction and economic independence.
Color Scheme: Rich reddish-brown tones with multicolored underprint and detailed engraving, offering a bold and visually striking presentation.
Key Specifications
Feature Description
Country Vietnam
Issuer State Bank of Vietnam
Series Unified Socialist Republic Series
Pick Number P# 109
Denomination 10,000 Đồng
Size 145 × 70 mm
Material Paper
Watermark Hồ Chí Minh portrait
Security Features Watermark, fine-line engraving
Printer Goznak (Russia)
Year of Issue 1993
Why Collect This Note
The 1993 Vietnam 10,000 đồng Pick 109 note is a powerful representation of Vietnam’s industrial growth and post-war resilience, making it ideal for:
Collectors of socialist-era and Cold War currency
Enthusiasts of Southeast Asian energy development and maritime themes
Gifts for those interested in Hồ Chí Minh’s legacy or Vietnam’s offshore resource history
Whether valued for its bold design, historical significance, or unique industrial imagery, this note is a standout addition to any Vietnam, Cold War, or world currency collection.
