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The six-clawed turtle: Vietnam’s unique national treasure at Lam Kinh

The Vinh Lang Stele, a national treasure from the early Le dynasty, is not only a testament to artistic mastery but also a profound symbol of Vietnam’s enduring cultural heritage.

Vietnamese exiled Emperor’s belongings returned to VN

Personal objects that once belonged with the exiled Vietnamese Emperor Ham Nghi (1871-1944) have been returned to Vietnam.

Vietnamese gold artifact surpasses expectations at French auction

An 18K gold stand from 1921, featuring intricate designs from the Khai Dinh and Bao Dai periods, sold for a record-breaking price at a recent auction in France.

Controversy erupts over alleged fake Champa artifacts at National Museum

The recently inaugurated exhibition "Champa Treasures: Marks of Time" at the National Museum of History has sparked a heated debate on social media, with some questioning the authenticity of the displayed artifacts.

Repatriated Goddess Durga bronze statue to be on public display

A bronze statue of Goddess Durga which was illegally trafficked into the US and repatriated to Vietnam will be displayed to the public in the coming time, said a representative from the National Museum of History.

Bronze statue of Goddess Durga repatriated

A bronze statue of Goddess Durga arrived in Vietnam on June 18 and is being kept at the National Museum of History in Hanoi to serve researching and exhibiting activities.

Explore exquisite treasures at Thanh Hoa Provincial Museum

The Thanh Hoa Provincial Museum proudly showcases numerous antiquities, including standout pieces like a pair of 400-year-old parrot statues crafted from jackfruit wood and a 300-year-old bronze bell.

18 national treasures presented to public at Hai Phong Museum

A total of 18 historical national treasures are being exhibited at Hai Phong Museum as part of the 2024 Hoa Phuong Do (red flamboyant flower) festival.

Draft amendment to Cultural Heritage Law bans export of antiquities

National treasures which are under public or private ownership can only be transferred, exchanged, donated or inherited within the country, according to a draft amendment to Cultural Heritage Law

Experts suggest no ban on buying and selling antiques in Vietnam

It would be better to put a ban on Vietnamese antique trade overseas, but allow trade in the country, experts say.

The antique hunters of Hai Minh Commune

Antiques hunters are flocking to Nam Dinh City’s Hai Minh Commune hoping to find good deals on the nation’s finest ancient artefacts.

Binh Duong man rich in secondhand items

A young man in Binh Duong province owns a collection of thousands of secondhand articles, considering them precious as they not only have historical value but also evoke childhood memories.

Imperial seal of Nguyen Dynasty expected to be repatriated soon

Since October 2022, competent agencies have taken measures through cultural diplomacy, collected legal documents and negotiated in an effort to bring home a golden imperial seal dating back to 1823 from France.

Looted artifact to return to Vietnam

The statue, about two metres long and around 250kg in weight, was recognised as a World Heritage by the United Nations’ cultural organisation (UNESCO).

Stolen 7th-century statue handed over to Vietnam

The family of British antiquities smuggler Douglas Latchford handed over a 7th-century statue to Vietnam at a ceremony in London on September 13 (local time).

Vietnamese collector successfully purchases royal seal

Authorities are carrying out procedures for the repatriation of the seal to Vietnam in accordance with the laws of both nations.

Vietnamese Emperor’s gold bowl fetches US$672,000 at auction

The gold bowl of Emperor Khau Dinh (1885-1925) has been sold for €680,000 (US$676,000) at auction by Million in Paris.