1 Won (Azalea) 2004 front 1 Won (Azalea) 2004 back
1 Won (Azalea) 2004 photo
© zdravko

1 Won Azalea

2004 year
Aluminium 9.9300 g 45 mm
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
1 Won 1 KPW = USD 0.0011
Currency
Second Won (1959-2009)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
9.9300 g
Diameter
45 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#49089
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Azalea (or Korean rosebay), date below

Script: Hangul

Lettering:
진달래

주체93 (2004)

Translation: Korean rosebay

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Won (Azalea) 2004 coin from North Korea is unique in that it features a rare image of Kim Jong-il, the former leader of North Korea, on the obverse side, while the reverse side features a beautiful azalea flower. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and those interested in North Korean memorabilia.