Cambodia 3000 riels Year of the Dog Newfoundland PL69 PCGS silver coin 2006

The Cambodia 3000 Riels Lunar Year Series “Year of the Dog – Newfoundland” silver coin, dated 2006, is an impressive tribute to loyalty, strength, and calm devotion symbolized by the Dog in the Chinese zodiac. Issued by the Kingdom of Cambodia, this coin reflects the zodiac values of protection, reliability, and family-minded character through the image of one of the world’s most gentle giant dog breeds.

The reverse features a finely colorized portrait of a Newfoundland dog shown in three-quarter profile. The massive head, thick long fur, gentle eyes, broad muzzle, and slightly open mouth with visible tongue convey warmth and friendliness. The dog is set against a soft matte silver background, framed by a beaded border. Inscriptions include “YEAR OF THE DOG,” Chinese zodiac characters, the breed name “Newfoundland,” “1 OZ .999 SILVER,” and the date “2006,” all precisely engraved around the central image.

The obverse displays a sculptural portrait of King Jayavarman VII, one of the most revered rulers of the Khmer Empire. Shown front-facing with stylized facial features and smooth mirrored fields, the king’s image is surrounded by legends reading “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 belongs to Cambodia’s Lunar Year Series and offers strong appeal to collectors of certified silver, zodiac animals, and refined canine portrait issues.

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