


© Joseph Kunnappally
10 Chhertum
1979 yearBronze | 3.6 g | 20.35 mm |
Issuer | Bhutan |
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King | Jigme Singye (1972-2006) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 1979 |
Value | 10 Chetrums 0.10 BTN = USD 0.0012 |
Currency | Ngultrum (1974-date) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 3.6 g |
Diameter | 20.35 mm |
Thickness | 1.39 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#6436 |
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Rarity index | 10% |
Reverse
Eight Various Revered Buddhist Symbols & in the center is the word Bhutan in Dzongkha langauge
Scripts: Latin, Tibetan
Lettering: TEN CHHERTUM
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 10 Chhertum coin from Bhutan features a unique design, with the front side depicting a portrait of King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, while the back side shows a traditional Bhutanese dragon, known as a "druk," surrounded by a circle of 10 small balls. This design represents the 10 districts of Bhutan and symbolizes the country's unity and strength.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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1979 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Chhertum 1979 coin.