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20 Won Year of the Ox
2010 yearAluminium | 8.5 g | 45.1 mm |
Issuer | North Korea |
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Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 2010 |
Value | 20 Won |
Currency | Third Won (2009-date) |
Composition | Aluminium |
Weight | 8.5 g |
Diameter | 45.1 mm |
Thickness | 2.3 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Updated | 2024-10-06 |
Numista | N#324532 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
12-year cycle of animals of the Chinese calendar, Ox at center, denomination below
Scripts: Hangul, Latin
Lettering:
소
20 WON
Translation: Ox
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 20 Won (Year of the Ox) 2010 coin from North Korea is unique in that it features a rare ox design, which is not commonly found on coins. The ox is considered a symbol of strength and hard work in many cultures, and its inclusion on the coin may represent the country's agricultural history and reliance on manual labor. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of aluminum and weighs only 8.5 grams makes it a lightweight and easily portable collector's item.