Cambodia 3000 riels Lunar Calendar Year of the Dog Husky silver coin 2006

Cambodia 3000 riels 2006 silver coin from the Lunar Calendar series celebrates the Year of the Dog and features the striking image of a Siberian Husky. This issue reflects the traditional symbolism of the Dog in the Chinese lunar zodiac, associated with loyalty, courage, protection, and honesty. Issued by the Kingdom of Cambodia with a face value of 3000 riels, the coin forms part of a well-known international program dedicated to zodiac animals interpreted through expressive wildlife imagery.

The reverse is adorned with a finely detailed, colorized portrait of a Siberian Husky facing forward. The dog’s sharp eyes, distinctive facial mask, pointed ears, and dense fur are rendered with remarkable realism against a softly mirrored silver field. Around the central image appear the inscriptions “YEAR OF THE DOG,” the Chinese characters for the Dog year, “Siberian Husky,” the date “2006,” and the silver fineness marking, all enclosed by a decorative beaded border.

The obverse depicts a powerful sculptural bust of King Jayavarman VII, one of the most significant rulers in Cambodian history, shown bare-chested in a classical style. The surrounding legends read “KING JAYAVARMAN VII 1162–1201,” “KINGDOM OF CAMBODIA,” and “3000 RIELS,” framed by a dotted rim and polished fields.

Struck in silver with refined prooflike surfaces, this coin combines lunar tradition, wildlife art, and historical portraiture, making it a compelling addition to any zodiac or world silver collection.

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