Unique buffalo-themed paper money and coins have gone on sale ahead of the Lunar New Year, known locally as Tet, with the festive items proving popular with customers keen to use them as lucky money for the annual festival.

A set of paper money featuring the 12 zodiacs costs between VND400,000 and VND1 million.

This paper money souvenir from Macao (China) is valued at VND350,000.

A paper two-dollar bill adorned with a pattern of a golden buffalo is among the most popular items in which to celebrate the Year of Buffalo.

By possessing the special money, customers hope that they will be able to enjoy wealth and luck moving into the Lunar New Year.

A pair of Australian coins are valued at VND150,000.

Paper money from Macao (China) is priced at VND20,000.

Paper money from other countries featuring images of buffalo are also on sale. Here is a version of Laotian paper money which is priced at VND20,000 each.