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½ Chon Orangutan
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#3494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 9% |
Reverse
Orangutan
Script: Hangul
Lettering: ½ 전
Translation: ½ Chon
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The ½ Chon (Orangutan) coin from North Korea features an image of an orangutan on one side and the North Korean coat of arms on the other. It was minted in 2002 as a non-circulating coin, meaning it was not intended for general circulation and was instead produced for collectors. The coin is made of aluminum and weighs 2.16 grams. It is an interesting collector's item for those interested in numismatics or North Korean culture.
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 (Orangutan) 2002 coin.
