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Stone Lions, Guardians of the Temple: 1 Tögrög (Mongolia, 2008)-Reference

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Updated: Apr 16, 2024

This Mongolian banknote represents the 2nd printing of the 4th denomination of the Tögrög (Series 1993). The observe features a Shíshī (stone lion), a mythical creature borrowed from Chinese culture. They're said to guard temples and tombs from evil spirits. The reverse features the Soyombo sign, Mongolia's national symbol. Both sides feature a Paiza tablet, based on a Golden Horde artifact. (The note's dimensions are 115 mm x 57 mm or 4.53 in x 2.24 in)


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Protectors Of Dharma's Gate


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