Vietnam - South ND (1955-56) P-4As PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ 1000 Dong (Specimen)The iconic designs, grand size, and rarity of this Specimen are famous. The Bank of France designed and printed Specimens and Proofs of this denomination, but no issued notes were ever released into circulation. A banknote of the 1000 Dong denomination was not issued in South Vietnam until the early 1970s, so it appears that a note with such a high face value was just not needed in the 1950s, when this specimen was prepared. The technical grade of this Specimen is impressive, with all design elements on full display. Extremely collectible, artistic, and a beautiful design, this has always been considered one of the classic world notes and are on the wish list of many collectors. Worthy of serious consideration and the first we have ever offered.