Issued in 2016 by the National Bank of Cambodia, this 1000 Riels banknote is part of the modern currency series reflecting Cambodia’s cultural heritage and development. The obverse features a portrait of Norodom Sihanouk, former King of Cambodia, alongside Khmer script inscriptions and the national emblem, which includes the iconic Angkor Wat temple.
The reverse displays the famous Angkor Wat temple, symbolizing the country’s rich history and pride, surrounded by intricate traditional Khmer patterns. Printed on durable cotton-based paper, the note includes advanced security features such as a security thread, watermark, and microprinting to prevent counterfeiting.
The dimensions are 142 × 72 mm. It is cataloged under Pick number P‑57a.
Obverse
Naga (mythical snake) head, arms, Youthful image of King Norodom Sihanouk, Royal monogram centered. Wording and denomination in Khmer
Lettering:
๑๐๐๐
មួយពាន់រៀល
Translation:
1000
ONE THOUSAND RIELS
Reverse
Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay – the Royal palace Throne Hall, (Phnom Penh) & “Kinnari” (half-human, half-bird). Statue of former King on horseback (Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh). Denomination in Khmer
Lettering:
๑๐๐๐
មួយពាន់រៀល
Translation:
1000
ONE THOUSAND RIELS
Watermark
Floral type pattern (found carved in stone on many ancient temple ruins) throughout the note.
© Micheal Linke
Comments
© gyoschak
Features
| Issuer | Cambodia |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Cambodia (established in 1992) |
| King | Norodom Sihamoni (2004-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Year | 2016 |
| Value | 1000 Riels 1000 KHR = GBP 0.18 |
| Currency | Second riel (1979-date) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 142 × 68 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
