Cambodia 3000 riels Year of the Dog Shar-Pei PL69 PCGS silver coin 2006

The Cambodia 3000 Riels Lunar Year Series “Year of the Dog – Shar-Pei” silver coin, issued in 2006, is a distinctive tribute to loyalty, protection, and inner strength symbolized by the Dog in the Chinese zodiac. Released by the Kingdom of Cambodia, this coin pairs zodiac tradition with an instantly recognizable canine breed known for its calm confidence and devotion.

The reverse showcases a finely colorized portrait of a Shar-Pei dog, presented front-facing. The image highlights the breed’s characteristic deep wrinkles, broad muzzle, small folded ears, and thoughtful expression. Subtle shading emphasizes the textured skin and solid head shape, set against a soft matte silver background. A dotted beaded border frames the design, while inscriptions include “YEAR OF THE DOG,” Chinese zodiac characters, the breed name “Shar-Pei,” “1 OZ .999 SILVER,” and the date “2006,” all precisely engraved within the field.

The obverse features a sculptural portrait of King Jayavarman VII, one of the most influential rulers of the Khmer Empire. Depicted front-facing with stylized facial features and smooth mirrored surfaces, the king’s image conveys authority and spiritual calm. Surrounding legends read “KING JAYAVARMAN VII 1162–1201,” “KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA,” and the denomination “3000 RIELS,” enclosed by a dotted decorative rim.

Struck in prooflike silver and certified PCGS PL69, this coin is part of Cambodia’s celebrated Lunar Year Series and is highly appealing to collectors of certified silver, zodiac animals, and distinctive dog breed issues.

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