1 Won (Zodiac Ram) 2003 front 1 Won (Zodiac Ram) 2003 back
1 Won (Zodiac Ram) 2003 photo
© adi sag (CC BY-NC-SA)

1 Won Zodiac Ram

2003 year
Brass 28.44 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2003
Value
1 Won 1 KPW = USD 0.0011
Currency
Second Won (1959-2009)
Composition
Brass
Weight
28.44 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#145347
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Ram within circle of Asian Zodiac animals .

Lettering: 2003

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1 Won (Zodiac Ram) 2003 coin from North Korea features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural beliefs and traditions. The coin's obverse side features a portrait of a ram, which is a symbol of the lunar year in the Chinese zodiac, while the reverse side features an image of a magnolia flower, which is a national symbol of North Korea. This coin is not only a beautiful collector's item but also a representation of the country's rich cultural heritage.