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1 Won Sung's Arch of Triumph
1987 year| Copper-nickel | 12.57 g | 30.14 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1987 |
| Value | 1 Won 1 KPW = USD 0.0011 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.57 g |
| Diameter | 30.14 mm |
| Thickness | 2.28 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#67928 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Kim Il-sung's Arch of Triumph
Lettering: 개선문
Translation: Triumphal arch
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1987 North Korean 1 Won coin featuring Sung's Arch of Triumph is interesting because it features a unique design that represents the country's cultural heritage. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of Kim Il-sung, the country's founder, while the reverse side features the iconic Arch of Triumph, which is a prominent landmark in Pyongyang, the capital city of North Korea. The Arch of Triumph is a monumental structure that was built to commemorate the country's resistance against Japanese colonial rule and is considered a symbol of national pride. The coin's design serves as a reminder of North Korea's rich history and cultural identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 1 Won (Sung's Arch of Triumph) 1987 coin.
