10 Won Vatican Lira
2002 year| Silver (.999) | 31.105 g | 40.2 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2002 |
| Value | 10 Won 10 KPW = USD 0.011 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.105 g |
| Diameter | 40.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#100465 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
St. Peter's Cathedral, and the final issue of the Vatican Lira on tiger eye gemstone inlay
Lettering:
FINAL ISSUE OF THE VATICAN LIRA
★ 2002 ★
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 2002 North Korea 10 Won (Vatican Lira) silver coin features an image of the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on its reverse side. This is an interesting fact because it highlights the unusual choice of design for a coin issued by a country that is not known for its religious freedom or ties to Christianity. It also speaks to the global influence and recognition of the Christ the Redeemer statue as a symbol of faith and hope.
