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500 Won Fairy of Mount Kumgang
1989 year| Silver (.999) | 31.82 g | 40 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 | 31.82 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#87404 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
The Fairy of Mount Gumgang, playing flute, flying above stylized mountains and value
Lettering:
FAIRY OF MT. KUMGANG PLAYING FLUTE
500 WON
Edge
Sectional reeding as follows - IIIIII II IIIIII II IIIIII
Interesting fact
The 1989 North Korean 500 Won (Fairy of Mount Kumgang) silver coin features a unique design that showcases the cultural heritage of the country. The obverse side of the coin depicts a beautiful fairy from Korean mythology, surrounded by intricate engravings of mountains and trees. The reverse side features the national emblem of North Korea, along with the denomination and year of issue. The coin's unique design and limited mintage make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Korean culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 2000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Won (Fairy of Mount Kumgang) 1989 coin.
