5 Won World Festival of Youth and Students
1989 year| Copper-nickel | 12.9 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 5 Won 5 KPW = USD 0.0056 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 12.9 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#45724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Flower-like design
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1989 North Korea 5 Won coin features a unique design that showcases the country's cultural heritage. On the obverse side, the coin features a traditional Korean drum, known as a "buk," which is a symbol of Korean culture and history. The drum is surrounded by intricate patterns and designs that add to the coin's aesthetic appeal. The reverse side of the coin features the inscription "World Festival of Youth and Students" in Korean, highlighting the coin's commemoration of the event. The coin's unique design and cultural significance make it an interesting and valuable collector's item for numismatists and enthusiasts of North Korean history and culture.
