ND (1958-1975) Cambodia 500 Riels Note Set

Vibrant and detailed examples of the engraver’s art reveal Cambodia’s complicated history in this unique three-note 500 Riels set issued during the former French colony’s civil war. Waged from 1955 to 1975, the war pitted the constitutional monarchy against the communist Khmer Rouge. In October 1970, the monarchy was abolished. Then, on April 17, 1975, the National Bank of Cambodia was closed and the banking system destroyed. The Riel was taken out of circulation as the country switched to a moneyless society. This impressive three-note set represents some of the last 500 Riels ever issued in the 20th century:

• 1958-1970, Uncirculated – front depicts sculpture of two royal women dancers in ceremonial dress; back shows two royal dancers performing.
• 1958-1970, Circulated – front features farmer plowing with two water buffalo; back shows a pagoda, plus the 9th-century Preah Vihear Temple doorway, sacred to both Buddhists and Hindi.
• 1973-1975, Circulated – front features a young woman carrying a water jug, plus a three-headed sacred naga, or snake; back shows a rice eld and part of the famed Angkor Wat Temple Frieze.

Here’s a great opportunity to add visual interest and history to your world currency collection with this beautiful three-note set of large-size bank notes from Cambodia. Order today and SAVE off single-note prices.