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20 Won Hong Kong Unification
1997 year| Brass | 27.3 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1997 |
| Value | 20 Won 20 KPW = USD 0.022 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 27.3 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Chinese temple above view of Hong Kong
Lettering: 祝贺 97 香港回归中国
Translation: Congratulation 97 Hong Kong returned to China
Edge
Plain
Comment
Be aware that the obverse language is Korean, whilst the reverse language is ChineseInteresting fact
The 1997 North Korea 20 Won (Hong Kong Unification) non-circulating coin is interesting because it features an image of the Hong Kong skyline, which is a rare depiction on North Korean currency, highlighting the country's efforts to promote unity and cooperation with Hong Kong.
