2002 Bhutan 2000 Ngultrum Gold Coin – Year of the Horse

Country of Issue: Kingdom of Bhutan
● Year: 2002
● Denomination: 3000 Ngultrum
● Weight: 1 troy ounce (31.10 g)
● Metal Content: .9999 Fine Gold (24k)
● Diameter: ~32 mm
● Obverse (Front):
○ A galloping horse design symbolizing power, freedom, and energy.
○ Year “2002” and denomination “3000 NGULTRUM.”
● Reverse (Back):
○ The national emblem of Bhutan: the double thunderbolt (dorji) surrounded by dragons and lotus petals, symbolizing protection and purity.
○ Inscription: “KINGDOM OF BHUTAN” and Bhutanese script at the top.
● Mint: Likely struck under contract by an international mint (many Bhutan coins were minted in Germany or Switzerland).
● Series: Lunar Calendar / Bhutan Zodiac Commemorative Issues.