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5 Won Sailing Junk
1999 year| Silver (.999) | 20 g | 33.5 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1999 |
| Value | 5 Won (5 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 20 g |
| Diameter | 33.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#197051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Korean Turtle Ship left, denomination below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
• HISTORY OF SEAFARING • MERCHANTMAN - THE DPR KOREA.KORYO PERIOD. 918-1392
5 WON
Edge
Segmented: Reeded/Plain
Interesting fact
The 1999 North Korea 5 Won (Sailing Junk) silver coin features a unique design that showcases the country's rich maritime history. The coin's obverse side depicts a traditional Korean sailing junk, a type of ship that was used for centuries in the region for fishing, trade, and naval warfare. The reverse side of the coin bears the insignia of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the country's official name, in Korean characters. This coin is a rare and fascinating collector's item for anyone interested in numismatics, maritime history, or North Korean culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Won (Sailing Junk) 1999 coin.
