1000 Won Speed Skaters
2011 year| Silver (.999) (Proof) | 20 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2011 |
| Value | 1000 Won |
| Currency | Third Won (2009-date) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) (Proof) |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#287304 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
2 Female Speed Skaters
Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES
2014
속도 빙상
2011
Translation: Speed skating
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin 1000 Won (Speed Skaters) 2011 from North Korea made of Silver (.999) (Proof) weighing 20 g is that it features an image of two speed skaters in action, with the background of a frozen lake. The coin's design is meant to commemorate North Korea's participation in the 2011 Winter Universiade, which was held in Turin, Italy. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a sought-after collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of North Korean memorabilia.
