300 Ngultrums (Year of the Tiger) 1996 front 300 Ngultrums (Year of the Tiger) 1996 back
300 Ngultrums (Year of the Tiger) 1996 photo
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300 Ngultrums Year of the Tiger

1996 year
Silver (.925) (Copper .075) 31.50 g 38.74 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) (Copper .075)
Weight
31.50 g
Diameter
38.74 mm
Thickness
3.00 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#109618
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylized tiger within circle, denomination below

Script: Latin

Lettering:
YEAR OF THE TIGER
300 NGULTRUM
• 1914 • 1926 • 1938 • 1950 • 1962 • 1974 •1986 • 1998 • 2010 •

Edge

Rilled

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 300 Ngultrums (Year of the Tiger) 1996 coin from Bhutan is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's rich cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of the fourth king of Bhutan, King Jigme Singye Wangchuck, while the reverse side features a majestic tiger, which is a symbol of power and strength in Bhutanese culture. The coin's design is a blend of traditional Bhutanese art and modern coinage techniques, making it a truly distinctive and collectible piece.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1996  50000 - - - - - -

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