Bhutan Lunar Rat 5 oz 999 Fine Silver Proof Colour Coin
Member Price: S$665.00
Issue Date: September 2019
Minted in ultra-high relief, this master piece which showcases the innovative minting technique is limited to only 1,000 pieces of 5 oz 999 fine silver.
2020 marks the commencement of a new lunar almanac cycle with the year of the rat. The Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan proudly issues the Happiest Lunar Coin Series – 2020 Bhutan Lunar Rat coins, exclusively minted and marketed by The Singapore Mint. This new launch is the fifth coin issue of the Bhutan Lunar and Attraction series (2016-2027).
Not only known as one of the happiest country, the Kingdom of Bhutan is also popularly known as the last Shangri-La of the world.
Using elements of floral, leaves and clouds to portray the agile and adorable rat, the design artistically reflects the nature and mystical qualities of Bhutan, a country surrounded by the beauty of her floral and fauna.
The reverse coin design features a specially selected Bhutan attraction - Ancient Ruin of Drukgyel Dzong (The Fortress of the Victorious Bhutanese), an important monument to commemorate the victorious sovereignty of Bhutan.
| Weight | 155.5 gm |
|---|---|
| Occasion | Lunar New Year |
| Product Type | Proof / Proof-Like Coin |
| Material | 999 Fine Silver |
| Finishing | Proof |
| Diameter | 65 mm |
| Year | 2020 |
| Unit Of Measure | Pieces |
| Mintage | 1000 |