Reverse © Andrej Smrdu (CC0)
Reverse © Andrej Smrdu (CC0)
1 Won Nobel prize in Chemistry; Copper-nickel ND
2001 year| Copper-nickel | 19.8 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 1 Won (1 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 19.8 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#333944 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Two standing figures in laboratory
Lettering:
FIRST NOBEL PRIZE IN CHEMISTRY
1901-2001
JACOBUS VAN'T HOFF
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued to commemorate the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, which is unusual for a coin from North Korea, as the country has been known for its limited issuance of commemorative coins, especially on topics related to science and technology.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (2001) | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Won (Nobel prize in Chemistry; Copper-nickel) ND (2001) coin.
