North Vietnam (1945-1976) Coin List
The monetary history of North Vietnam between 1945 and 1976 reflects the turbulent political and economic changes the country experienced during this period. From the declaration of independence to the reunification of Vietnam, the monetary system evolved significantly, adapting to the needs of a constantly changing nation.
The đồng of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam.
In 1946, the Ho Chi Minh government introduced the đồng as the official currency of North Vietnam, replacing the French Indochina piastre. Early issues included banknotes with denominations ranging from 1 đồng to 100 đồng, featuring images of workers, peasants and soldiers, symbolizing the communist ideals of the new regime. During the Indochina War and the early years of the Vietnam War, inflation became a serious problem, leading to the issuance of higher denomination banknotes and several monetary reforms to stabilize the economy.
Monetary evolution and unification
As the conflict with the United States intensified, North Vietnam faced significant economic challenges. The government implemented a system of rationing and price controls, reflected in the issuance of coupons and certificates that supplemented the official currency. In 1975, with the fall of Saigon and the reunification of the country, a process of currency unification began. The North Vietnamese đồng became the currency of the entire country, replacing the South Vietnamese đồng. Coins minted during this period, though scarce due to the economic situation, are now pieces of great interest to collectors, representing tangible testimony to a crucial era in Vietnam's history.
The most valuable and popular coins
The most valuable North Vietnam (1945-1976) coins and sought after by collectors according to Foronum statistics are the following:
The valuation of these coins list has been achieved through a meticulous algorithm that considers the current market, taking into account aspects such as material, weight, diameter, edge, year of mintage, mint of manufacture and the number of coins produced. Coins with limited mintages and in good condition are usually among the most valuable.
Coins of Vietnam according to historical period
For ease of organization, the coins have been arranged according to their historical period, both current and old Vietnam coins are classified by their numismatic historical categories according to their issues.
North Vietnam 1945-1976 Socialist Republic 1976-?Coin Catalog
Vietnam | 20 xu
Vietnam | 5 hao
Vietnam | 5 hao
Vietnam | 1 đồng
Vietnam | 2 đồng
Vietnam | 20 Việt
Vietnam | 1 xu
Vietnam | 2 xu
Vietnam | 5 xu
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