20 Won (Arirang - Performers and flying cranes) 2002 front 20 Won (Arirang - Performers and flying cranes) 2002 back
20 Won (Arirang - Performers and flying cranes) 2002 photo
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20 Won Arirang - Performers and flying cranes

2002 year
Brass 26.7 g 40.1 mm
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2002
Value
20 Won (20&nbspKPW)
Currency
Second Won (1959-2009)
Composition
Brass
Weight
26.7 g
Diameter
40.1 mm
Thickness
2.8 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#327368
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Arirang - Performers and flying cranes

Lettering:
MASS GYMNASTIC AND ARTISTIC PERFORMANCE
ARIRANG
Juche 91 (2002)

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Arirang - Performers and flying cranes 20 Won coin from North Korea features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. The obverse side of the coin depicts a traditional Korean folk dance, known as the "Arirang," which is performed by a group of dancers dressed in colorful hanbok costumes. The reverse side features a majestic pair of flying cranes, which are considered sacred birds in Korean culture and symbolize good luck and prosperity. The coin's design is a beautiful representation of North Korea's rich cultural traditions and is a rare and interesting collectible for coin enthusiasts.