Description

1973–1975 Cambodia 500 Riels Banknote – Uncirculated (UNC) – Banque Nationale du Cambodge

Description

Add a remarkable piece of Southeast Asian history to your collection with this 1973–1975 Cambodia 500 Riels Banknote, presented in Uncirculated (UNC) condition. Issued by the Banque Nationale du Cambodge (National Bank of Cambodia), this scarce and historically significant banknote comes from one of the most turbulent periods in Cambodia’s modern history.

The 500 Riels was a high-denomination note issued during the final years of the Khmer Republic (1970–1975), just before the Khmer Rouge seized Phnom Penh in April 1975. Following the regime change, Cambodia’s banking system was abolished, and all currency was withdrawn from circulation, making surviving banknotes from this period increasingly sought after by collectors worldwide.

Beautifully engraved and printed, the note features intricate guilloche security patterns, ornate borders, and detailed imagery reflecting Cambodia’s rich cultural heritage and national identity. Its impressive design, combined with its historical importance, makes it one of the more desirable Cambodian banknotes of the 20th century.

This example is offered in Uncirculated (UNC) condition, retaining its original crisp paper, sharp corners, and vibrant colours, making it an outstanding addition to any collection of world paper money.

Features

• Genuine 1973–1975 Cambodia 500 Riels Banknote
• Issued by the Banque Nationale du Cambodge
• Denomination: 500 Riels
• Issued during the Khmer Republic
• Date range: 1973–1975
• Uncirculated (UNC) condition
• Original crisp paper with vibrant colours
• Intricate engraved artwork and security printing
• Excellent addition to Asian and world banknote collections

Condition

Presented in Uncirculated (UNC) condition. The banknote retains its original crispness with sharp corners, clean surfaces, and no evidence of circulation. Colours remain bright and fresh, making this an exceptional collector’s example. Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the description and condition report.

Why Collect Cambodian Banknotes?

Cambodian banknotes are highly prized for their beauty, rarity, and historical significance. Notes issued by the Banque Nationale du Cambodge during the early 1970s represent the final currency of Cambodia before the Khmer Rouge abolished money altogether in 1975. As a result, surviving examples are tangible reminders of a dramatic chapter in the nation’s history.

The 500 Riels denomination is particularly desirable due to its high face value, attractive design, and limited period of circulation. Uncirculated examples are becoming increasingly difficult to source and are sought after by collectors of Asian currency, historical banknotes, and investment-grade world paper money.

Whether you’re building a collection of Southeast Asian currency, historic world banknotes, or notes from significant periods in world history, this 1973–1975 Cambodia 500 Riels Banknote – Uncirculated (UNC) is a superb addition to any collection.

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