1 Won SISCE
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 |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#37133 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Two Pandas eating Eucalyptus leaves
Lettering:
97ʼ上海国际邮票钱币博览会
SISCEʼ97
Translation: Shanghai International Stamp Coin Expo
Interesting fact
The 1 Won (SISCE 1997) 2001 coin from North Korea is unique in that it features a portrait of Kim Jong-il, the country's former leader, on one side, and a picture of a satellite on the other. This design choice is interesting because it highlights North Korea's focus on space exploration and technology, which has been a significant aspect of the country's national identity and propaganda efforts.
