Issued in 1979 by the newly established Lao People’s Democratic Republic, this 100 Kip banknote reflects the country’s transition to socialist iconography following the 1975 revolution.
The obverse features workers and farmers, symbolizing unity, labor, and the collective spirit of the nation. Denomination numerals, Lao script inscriptions, and decorative patterns frame the central vignette.
The reverse depicts a hydroelectric dam, representing national development, modernization, and the country’s focus on energy infrastructure. Additional geometric motifs and repeating denominations complete the layout.
Issuer: Bank of the Lao PDR
Denomination: 100 Kip
Year: 1979
Dimensions: Approx. 150 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns
