20 Won (Cercopithecus mitis) 2004 front 20 Won (Cercopithecus mitis) 2004 back
20 Won (Cercopithecus mitis) 2004 photo
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20 Won Cercopithecus mitis

2004 year
Brass 17.7 g -
Description
Issuer
North Korea
Period
Democratic People's Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2004
Value
20 Won 20 KPW = USD 0.022
Currency
Second Won (1959-2009)
Composition
Brass
Weight
17.7 g
Size
40.1 × 23.2 mm
Shape
Rectangular
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#50675
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Lettering:
CERCOPJTHECUS MITIS
2004

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Cercopithecus mitis, also known as the Japanese macaque, is a species of primate that is native to Japan and is featured on the 20 Won coin from North Korea. It's interesting to note that this species is known for its intelligence and social behavior, and has even been observed using tools in the wild.