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½ Chon FAO
2002 year| Aluminium | 2.16 g | 27.02 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | ½ Chon (0.005 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 2.16 g |
| Diameter | 27.02 mm |
| Thickness | 1.9 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#3500 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 11% |
Reverse
Longship, boat used by the Danish and Scandinavians for commerce and war
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
XXI CENTURY FAO FOOD SECURITY
½
전
Translation: ½ Chon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Chon (FAO) 2002 coin from North Korea is interesting because it features the image of a traditional Korean farming tool, called a "chon," on one side, and the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations) emblem on the other. This coin was issued to commemorate the 2002 World Food Day, which aims to raise awareness about food security and hunger issues around the world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for ½ Chon (FAO) 2002 coin.
