1000 Kip (Beijing to London) 2008 front 1000 Kip (Beijing to London) 2008 back
1000 Kip (Beijing to London) 2008 photo
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1000 Kip Beijing to London

2008 year
Silver (.925) 28.28 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Laos
Period
People’s Democratic Republic (1975-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2008
Value
1000 Kip 1000 LAK = USD 0.045
Currency
Lao PDR Kip (1979-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
28.28 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#140584
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Temple of Heaven, Tower Bridge and athlete

Script: Latin

Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES
FROM BEIJING
TO LONDON
2008
2012

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1000 Kip (Beijing to London) 2008 coin from Laos is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Wat Phra Kaew, a famous temple in Vientiane, Laos, while the reverse side features an image of the Beijing Olympic Games logo. This coin was minted to commemorate the 2008 Summer Olympics held in Beijing, China, and its unique design makes it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of Olympic memorabilia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2008  10000 - - - - - -

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