A collection of stamps showcasing Buddhist symbols and artefacts, including golden seals cast from Trần and Nguyễn dynasty gold, will be issued by the Ministry of Information and Communications and the Vietnam Stamps Company, from July 31.

The stamp issue aims to introduce, honour and reaffirm the historical and cultural values of Việt Nam, the makers have said.

The VNĐ4,000 stamps showcases the "Sắc mệnh chi bảo" seal which was used to confirm the orders, titles, and rewards of the king to the people; and the "Đại Việt Quốc Nguyễn chúa Vĩnh trấn chi bảo" seal belonging to Lord Nguyễn of Đại Việt (Great Viêt). 

The VNĐ6,000 stamp features Ngọa Vân - Yên Tử (the Pagoda in the clouds) gold box, and the VNĐ12,000 stamp shows the Nhạn Tháp (Swallow Tower) ornamental box. 

The stamps will have an expiration date of June 30, 2023.