10 Won (Falcated Ducks) 1997 front 10 Won (Falcated Ducks) 1997 back
10 Won (Falcated Ducks) 1997 photo
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10 Won Falcated Ducks

1997 year
Silver (.999) 31.1 g 40 mm
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Issuing bank
Central Bank of the DPRK
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1997
Value
10 Won 10 KPW = USD 0.011
Currency
Second Won (1959-2009)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
31.1 g
Diameter
40 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled, Coloured
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#363853
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Two multicolor water birds

Script: Latin

Lettering:
FAUNA OF ASIA
10 WON

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 1997 North Korea 10 Won (Falcated Ducks) silver coin features a unique design, showcasing two falcated ducks swimming together on the obverse side, while the reverse side bears the inscription "10 WON" and the coat of arms of North Korea. This coin is a non-circulating legal tender, meaning it is not meant to be used as regular currency, but rather as a collector's item. It is made of .999 fine silver and weighs 31.1 grams, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.