Bhutan 300 ngultrum Lunar Calendar Year of the Monkey proof silver coin 1996

The Bhutan 300 Ngultrum 1996 Year of the Monkey Proof Silver Coin is part of the Lunar Calendar series celebrating the intelligence and vitality of the Monkey — a symbol of wit, adaptability, and curiosity. The obverse features a stylized monkey sitting upright and holding an object in its hand, with fine engraved details accentuating its body and tail. Surrounding the central image are the complete zodiac years of this sign: 1908, 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, and 2004. Below are the inscriptions YEAR OF THE MONKEY and 300 NGULTRUM. The reverse displays Bhutan’s ornate national emblem — two dragons surrounding the sacred dorji (vajra) above a lotus blossom, symbolizing balance between spiritual and worldly realms. The outer ring bears KINGDOM OF BHUTAN and the year 1996. Struck in proof silver, this coin embodies the harmony of Eastern wisdom and Bhutanese artistry — a perfect addition to any fine numismatic collection.

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