10 Chon (Specimen) 2002 front 10 Chon (Specimen) 2002 back
10 Chon (Specimen) 2002 photo
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10 Chon Specimen

2002 year
Aluminium 1 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Pattern
Year
2002
Value
10 Chon (0.10)
Currency
Third Won (2009-date)
Composition
Aluminium
Weight
1 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
1.5 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#34217
Rarity index
38%

Reverse

Azalea, date below

Lettering:
진달래
주체91 (2002)

Translation: Azalea, Juche 91

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Pattern 10 Chon (Specimen) 2002 from North Korea made of Aluminium weighing 1 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a limited number of specimens minted. It's interesting to note that the coin's design features the iconic Juche Tower, a symbol of North Korea's independence and self-reliance, and the coin's aluminum composition makes it stand out from other coins. Additionally, the fact that it was minted in 2002, during a time of economic sanctions and political tensions, makes it an even more fascinating piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
2002  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 10 Chon (Specimen) 2002 coin.