250 Ngultrums (Mahabodhi Temple)
Bhutan • 250 Ngultrums • Silver (.999) • 2012
- Denomination
- 250 Ngultrums
- Issuer
- Bhutan
- Struck
- 2012
- Composition
- Silver (.999)
- Currency
- Ngultrum
- Weight
- 31.1 g
- Diameter
- 40.7 mm
- Catalog refs
- KM 243
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Where it came from
The 2012 Bhutan 250 Ngultrum coin was minted to commemorate the Mahabodhi Temple, one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites in Buddhism located in Bodh Gaya, India. Issued by the Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan, the coin honors the deep-rooted spiritual connection between Bhutanese culture and the site of the Buddha's enlightenment. Its release served as both a collector's piece and a tribute to the shared heritage of the Himalayan Buddhist tradition.
The design features a detailed relief of the Mahabodhi Temple's iconic pyramidal structure, capturing the architectural significance of the UNESCO World Heritage site. Crafted with precision, the coin reflects the technical standards of Bhutanese numismatic production, which often emphasizes themes of religious history and national identity. Upon release, it was well-received by numismatists for its high-relief detail and its significance as a representative of Bhutanese commemorative coinage.
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