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20 Won Year of the Snake
2009 year| Brass | 8 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2009 |
| Value | 20 Won 20 KPW = USD 0.022 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Brass |
| Weight | 8 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#40496 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Colorized snake within circle
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 20 Won (Year of the Snake) 2009 coin from North Korea made of Brass weighing 8g is a unique collector's item, as it features an image of a snake on one side and the North Korean coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that the snake is a symbol of longevity, wisdom, and good luck in many Asian cultures, which may have been the reasoning behind its inclusion on the coin. Additionally, the fact that it's a non-circulating coin makes it even more rare and valuable to collectors.
