Laos 1000 Kip 2020 Pick 32Ac UNC Banknote
The Laos 1,000 Kip 2020 banknote (Pick 32Ac) was issued by the Bank of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic as the latest date of the long-running 1998–2020 series. Although it retains the classic design introduced in the late 1990s, the 2020 printing includes updated security features and was produced by Goznak (Russia).
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this colourful note is an excellent addition to collections of Southeast Asian and modern world banknotes.
Historical Background
Originally introduced in 1998, the 1,000 Kip denomination remained in circulation for more than two decades. The 2020 Pick 32Ac represents the final dated printing of this classic design before newer issues gradually replaced older stocks.
The design celebrates the diversity of Laos by portraying women from the country’s principal ethnic groups while also highlighting national development through agriculture and electrification.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Laos
- Denomination: 1,000 Kip
- Year: 2020
- Pick Number: P-32Ac
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Bank of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic
- Currency: Lao Kip (LAK)
- Material: Paper
- Dimensions: 152 × 68 mm
- Printer: Goznak (Russia)
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Three women representing the Lao Loum, Lao Theung and Lao Sung ethnic groups
- Pha That Luang stupa in Vientiane
- National coat of arms
- Denomination numerals
- Serial numbers
The portrait symbolises the cultural diversity of Laos, while Pha That Luang is the country’s most important Buddhist monument and a national emblem.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Cattle grazing
- Electrical transmission towers
- Rural landscape
- Decorative guilloche patterns
- Large denomination numerals
The scene reflects the importance of agriculture alongside the expansion of electrical infrastructure, illustrating Laos’ economic development.
Security Features
- Watermark featuring the hammer and sickle with a star
- Solid security thread with demetallised “1000” and Lao text
- Fine guilloche engraving
- Intaglio printing
- Serial numbering
- UV security elements (varies slightly by printing)
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Laos 1,000 Kip 2020 Pick 32Ac UNC banknote combines cultural heritage, national landmarks and rural life in one attractive design. As the final printing of a series issued for over twenty years, it is an important piece for collectors of modern Lao currency.
Perfect for:
- Laos banknote collections
- Southeast Asian currency collections
- Modern world banknotes
- Ethnic culture-themed collections
- Agricultural banknotes
- UNC world paper money collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 32Ac is the final dated variety of Laos’ long-running 1,000 Kip design. Unlike earlier printings produced by different security printers, the 2020 issue was printed by Goznak and carries updated security elements while preserving the iconic artwork that has made this denomination one of Laos’ most recognisable banknotes.
