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500 Won Barcelona Olympics-Discus Thrower
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 27 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1989 |
| Value | 500 Won 500 KPW = USD 0.56 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#122318 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Naked man throwing a discus
Lettering:
XXV OLYMPIC SUMMER GAMES BARCELONA 1992
500 WON
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1989 North Korea 500 Won Barcelona Olympics-Discus Thrower silver coin features a unique design, showcasing a discus thrower in action, surrounded by intricate details and textures. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a discus thrower, while the reverse side features the coat of arms of North Korea, along with the coin's denomination and mintage year. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with a limited mintage of only 27,000 pieces. Its unique design and rarity make it a fascinating addition to any coin collection.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Won Barcelona Olympics-Discus Thrower 1989 coin.
