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500 Won Hockey
1988 year| Silver (.999) | 27 g | 35.15 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of the DPRK |
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1988 |
| Value | 500 Won 500 KPW = USD 0.56 |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 27 g |
| Diameter | 35.15 mm |
| Thickness | 2.98 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#39954 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 67% |
Reverse
Hockey Sticks and Puck
Script: Latin
Lettering:
500 WON
OLYMPIC WINTER GAMES 1988
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1988 North Korea 500 Won (Hockey) silver coin features a unique design that showcases the country's passion for ice hockey, a sport that has gained significant popularity in recent years. Despite being a non-circulating coin, it remains a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and hockey enthusiasts alike. Its silver composition and 27g weight also add to its value and collectibility.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 20000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Won (Hockey) 1988 coin.
