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  • Laos 1 Kip ND (1957–1962) P-1 XF banknote obverse featuring the sacred That Ing Hang Stupa in Ban Thad, Savannakhet, the royal Erawan three-headed elephant coat of arms, native palm trees, and ornate nāga dragon designs.
  • Laos 1 Kip ND (1957–1962) P-1 XF banknote reverse depicting a Lao farmer plowing a rice field with an Asian water buffalo, surrounded by French-influenced guilloche patterns and bilingual Banque Nationale du Laos and Un Kip inscriptions.
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Laos 1 Kip ND (1957-1962) P-1 XF

Laos 1 Kip ND (1957-1962) P-1 XF

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Step back in time to the golden era of Southeast Asian history with this magnificent Laos 1 Kip Banknote (ND 1957-1962). Printed during the early years of the Kingdom of Laos, this note is celebrated for its stunning green offset artwork depicting traditional Laotian rural life and sacred architecture.

History and Significance

Following its independence from France, the Kingdom of Laos established the Banque Nationale du Laos to build its own sovereign monetary system. Issued starting in 1957, this historic 1 Kip note serves as the official Pick #1 entry in the national Lao currency catalog. It was circulated during a time of peaceful cultural pride before decades of political shifts changed the face of the region's currency. Because low-denomination notes from this era were heavily circulated or lost to history, high-grade specimens like this are an exceptional numismatic find.

Design Details

  • Obverse: Rich green print showcasing the sacred That Ing Hang Stupa surrounded by native palm trees in the village of Ban Thad, Savannakhet. The central design frames the royal coat of arms featuring the iconic Erawan three-headed elephant alongside intricate, symbolic nāga dragons.
  • Reverse: A beautiful, nostalgic pastoral scene rendered in classic French-influenced guilloche styling, depicting a Lao farmer plowing a rice field with an Asian water buffalo. Features bilingual text displaying French inscriptions (Banque Nationale du Laos / Un Kip) alongside Western denomination numbers.

Features

  • Size: 100 × 59 mm
  • Material: Paper
  • Type: Standard circulation banknote
  • Currency: Royal Kip (1955–1976)
  • Country: Laos (Kingdom of Laos)
  • Issuing Authority: National Bank of Laos (Banque Nationale du Laos)

General Condition Statement

At ExtremeBanknotes, we prioritize strict, transparent, and expert numismatic grading standards. Notes cataloged as Extremely Fine (XF) are premium, high-grade circulated pieces that look remarkably close to uncirculated notes. They retain nearly all of their original crisp paper snap and bright surface sheen. They may show a maximum of two to three light handling folds or a single crisp cross-fold, but their edges remain clean, corners stay sharp, and the paper is completely free of dirt, heavy stains, or tears.

 

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CONDITION GUIDE

Gem Uncirculated

A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.

About Uncirculated

A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as  a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.

Extra Fine

A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.

Very Fine 

A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes. 

Fine

A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.

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