2000 Won (Wrestling) 1987 front 2000 Won (Wrestling) 1987 back
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2000 Won Wrestling

1987 year
Nickel 17 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
South Korea
Period
Republic (1948-date)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1987
Value
2000 Won 2000 KRW = USD 1.49
Currency
New won (1962-date)
Composition
Nickel
Weight
17 g
Diameter
33 mm
Thickness
2.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#11637
Rarity index
36%

Reverse

Wrestlers, denomination below

Lettering:
XXIV OLYMPIAD SEOUL 1988
2000 WON

Edge

Milled

Interesting fact

The 1987 South Korean 2000 Won (Wrestling) coin features an image of a traditional Korean wrestler, known as "ssireum," on its obverse side. Ssireum is a form of wrestling that has been practiced in Korea for centuries, and it's considered a symbol of strength, courage, and good luck. The coin's design was created by the Korean artist, Lee Hyo-jae, and it's considered a unique and interesting representation of Korean culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1987  140000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 2000 Won (Wrestling) 1987 coin.