First large-scale exhibition of Vietnamese currency collection

VHO - Ho Chi Minh City is displaying for the first time more than 1,500 Vietnamese currency artifacts from 1875 to the present, introducing the journey of money through the ages with digital space and VR experience.

One of the exhibition spaces "Vietnamese Currency"

On November 22, 2025, the State Bank of Vietnam, Region 2 Branch, will open the Exhibition "Vietnamese Currency - Journey along the flow of national history" at its headquarters at 8 Vo Van Kiet, Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City.

This is the first time a large collection of Vietnamese currency – more than 1,500 artifacts – has been widely introduced to the public in Ho Chi Minh City.

According to the organizers, the exhibition aims to help viewers look back at the nation’s history through a special material: the story of money. Each banknote, coin, promissory note or voucher reflects the economic and social life, historical context and cultural values ​​of each period.

Through that, viewers can feel the country's development journey, as well as the perseverance, simplicity and resilience of the Vietnamese people throughout history.

Preparations have been completed for the launch of the "Vietnamese Coins" collection on November 22, 2025.

Displaying more than 1,500 artifacts from 1875 to present

The exhibition introduces groups of artifacts ranging from Indochina money; Financial banknotes – “Uncle Ho” banknotes (1945–1954); National Bank of Vietnam money (1951–1975); Vietnam Bank money from 1975–1978; to State Bank of Vietnam money from 1975 to present.

Besides that, there are coins, bills, vouchers,... and polymer money in circulation.

Many precious coin collections will be introduced to the public.

Many artifacts are considered to have special value, being historical "witnesses" reflecting economic changes and the process of building the Vietnamese financial and banking system over the past century.

The exhibition is open free of charge on weekends, from November 22, 2025 to the end of April 2026, for visitors aged 14 and over. The event is expected to attract collectors, researchers, people interested in the field of finance and banking, as well as young people who love national culture and history.

Launching digital space at the Bank

The exhibition is arranged according to 4 main themes: Indochina Money; Financial banknotes - "Uncle Ho" banknotes (1945-1954); National Bank of Vietnam Money (1951-1975); Bank of Vietnam Money (1975-1978) and State Bank of Vietnam Money (from 1975 to present), in the same digital space.

3 digital spaces at the Bank for visitors to experience

The exhibits are arranged neatly and scientifically around the inside of the State Bank headquarters building, very convenient for public visits.

In addition to artifacts, visitors can experience digital content and VR technology through interactive screens:

Screen M1: VR tour of the "Tradition of the State Bank of Vietnam" space at the headquarters at 49 Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem ward, Hanoi and the exhibition space "80 years of achievements of the State Bank of Vietnam" under the program "80 years of Journey of Independence - Freedom - Happiness" recently held at the National Exhibition Center (Dong Anh - Hanoi).

Visitors can experience the digital space of the artifacts. In the photo: Student volunteers test the interactive screens in preparation for the exhibition's opening day.

Screen M2: Ho Chi Minh Cultural Space with the theme "Civil servants and employees of the State Bank, Branch Region 2, study and follow Ho Chi Minh's morality and lifestyle".

Screen M3: Digitalization of public posting of administrative procedures at the State Bank, Region 2 branch.

The organizers said the digital spaces and traditional content aim to provide viewers with a comprehensive view of the history of the banking industry, emphasizing the role of the banking system in economic development and national defense.

Exhibition space in a 90-year-old French architectural work

The exhibition is held on the ground floor of the State Bank headquarters building, Region 2 branch - a French architectural work built in the period 1929-1930, inaugurated in 1931. The work is currently proposed to be considered for recognition as a national historical relic.

The architectural work of the State Bank of Vietnam, where the exhibition "Vietnamese Currency - A journey along the flow of national history" will take place

Architecture inside the Bank

Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Lien, Deputy Director of the State Bank of Vietnam, Region 2 Branch, said the exhibition hopes to bring the public a clear view of the history of Vietnamese currency, thereby arousing pride, patriotism and awareness of the value of national economic and financial stability.

The event is also part of a series of activities to celebrate major holidays and towards the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Bank of Vietnam (May 6, 1951–May 6, 2026).

The exhibition is open free of charge to all groups and individuals over 14 years old (must bring identification documents with identification codes. Vietnamese visitors must bring their Citizen ID or VNeID; foreign visitors must bring their passports when visiting.

Detailed hours: Open weekends, morning from 9am, afternoon from 2pm.

Opening time: 9:00 a.m. Saturday, November 22, 2025; at the State Bank Branch, Region 2, No. 8 Vo Van Kiet, Saigon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City. Register to visit and find out more information at: Register for SBVK2 - Register for SBVK2 .

Visitors can directly contact the Administration - Human Resources Department of the State Bank, Branch Region 2. Phone: 028.38217874 (office hours) for support.

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