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1 Won Year of the Sheep
2001 year| Brass | 28.47 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 | 28.47 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#341780 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Sheep within a circle of Zodiac animals
Lettering: 2003
Edge
Plain
Comment
This coin is double-dated. 2001 is engraved on the obverse while 2003 appears on the reverse.Interesting fact
The 1 Won (Year of the Sheep) 2001 coin from North Korea made of Brass weighing 28.47 g is a unique collector's item, as it features a rare design that is not commonly found in coins. The Year of the Sheep is a significant symbol in Korean culture, representing fertility, prosperity, and good fortune. This coin is a great way to own a piece of North Korean history and culture.
