Obverse © Stalevar
Obverse © Stalevar
1 Won Kaesong Koryo Insam
2001 year| Aluminium | 7 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 1 Won 1 KPW = USD 0.0011 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#95810 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Korean ginseng, multicoloured
Script: Latin
Lettering: KAESONG KORYO INSAM
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1 Won (Kaesong Koryo Insam) 2001 coin from North Korea features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a beautiful image of a traditional Korean drum, known as a "Koryo Insam," which is a symbol of Korean culture and history. The reverse side of the coin features the national emblem of North Korea, which includes a depiction of Mount Paektu, a sacred mountain in Korean culture. The coin's design serves as a representation of the country's rich cultural heritage and history.
