© Nestor
© Nestor
50 Chon Peoples Republic; Specimen
1978 year| Aluminium | - | 25 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1978 |
| Value | 50 Chon (0.50 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Aluminium |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#15628 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
The Chollima Statue on Mansu Hill in Pyongyang within radiant sun, year below
Script: Hangul
Lettering:
견 본
1978
Translation: Specimen
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Chon coin was never officially released into circulation, but instead was produced as a specimen coin for collectors. This means that the coin was not meant to be used as a form of payment, but rather as a collectible item for numismatists. Despite its limited availability, the coin remains a popular among collectors due to its unique design and historical significance.
