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10 Won Turned wheel in Yungtong Temple
2010 year| Brass | 30.2 g | 39.9 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2010 |
| Value | 10 Won |
| Currency | Third Won (2009-date) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 30.2 g |
| Diameter | 39.9 mm |
| Thickness | 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#327399 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Turned wheel in Yungtong Temple
Edge
Segmented reeding (6x2 segments)
Interesting fact
The 10 Won coin from North Korea features a unique design element - a turned wheel in Yungtong Temple. This design was chosen to represent the temple's famous turning wheel, which is believed to bring good luck and prosperity to those who turn it. The coin's design is a nod to the country's rich cultural heritage and is a unique feature that sets it apart from other coins.
