10 Won Blue whale
2001 year| Aluminium | 5.3 g | 35.1 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2001 |
| Value | 10 Won (10 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 35.1 mm |
| Thickness | 2.4 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#324490 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Blue whale
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BALAENOPTE MUSCULUS
2001
BLAU WAL
Translation: Blue whale
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2001 North Korean 10 Won coin featuring a blue whale is interesting because it is one of the few coins in the world that has a unique shape, resembling a whale's tail. This coin is also made of aluminum, which is a lightweight metal that is not commonly used in coin production. The combination of its unique shape and material makes it a standout among other coins.
