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1 Won Pitta brachyura
2001 year| Brass | 28.11 g | 40 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 | Brass |
| Weight | 28.11 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#353188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pitta brachyura (Indian pitta) facing left
Script: Latin
Lettering: BIRDS OF KOREA • PITTA BRACHYURA
Edge
Plain
Comment
Two coin types in same year:Interesting fact
The 2001 North Korean 1 Won coin featuring the Pitta brachyura (also known as the Indian Pitta) is a unique coin that showcases the country's rich biodiversity. The coin's design features an image of the bird perched on a branch, surrounded by lush greenery. What makes this coin stand out is that it is made of brass, a metal that is known for its durability and resistance to corrosion. This makes the coin a valuable collector's item for numismatists and bird enthusiasts alike.
