300 Ngultrums (Year of the Ox) 1996 front 300 Ngultrums (Year of the Ox) 1996 back
300 Ngultrums (Year of the Ox) 1996 photo
© baggasuresh

300 Ngultrums Year of the Ox

1996 year
Silver (.925) 31.5 g 38.61 mm
Description
Issuer
Bhutan
King
Jigme Singye (1972-2006)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1996
Value
300 Ngultrums 300 BTN = USD 3.56
Currency
Ngultrum (1974-date)
Composition
Silver (.925)
Weight
31.5 g
Diameter
38.61 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#36176
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

1919,1925,1937,1949,1961,1973,1985,1997,2009

Lettering:
YEAR OF THE OX
300 NGULTRUM

Interesting fact

The 300 Ngultrums (Year of the Ox) 1996 coin from Bhutan is a unique and interesting coin due to its unique design. The coin features an image of a Bhutanese ox on one side and the Bhutanese royal crest on the other. The ox is depicted in a traditional Bhutanese style, with intricate details and patterns that reflect the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's design is a nod to Bhutan's agricultural history and its deep respect for the natural world. Additionally, the coin's silver composition and limited mintage make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.