500 Won (Calgary Winter Olympics) 1989 front 500 Won (Calgary Winter Olympics) 1989 back
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500 Won Calgary Winter Olympics

1989 year
Silver (.999) 27 g 35 mm
Description
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
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#47069
Rarity index
85%

Reverse

Figure skater

Lettering:
XV. OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES
500
WON
CALGARY 1988

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 1989 North Korea 500 Won (Calgary Winter Olympics) silver coin is that it features a unique design that showcases the country's participation in the Olympic Games. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Olympic rings and the reverse side features a winter sports scene, highlighting the country's passion for winter sports. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item for numismatists and Olympic memorabilia enthusiasts.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1989  10000 - - - - - -

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