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500 Won Rhythmic gymnastics
1996 year| Silver (.999) | 31 g | 40 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| Period | Democratic People's Republic (1948-date) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1996 |
| Value | 500 Won (500 KPW) |
| Currency | Second Won (1959-2009) |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Diameter | 40 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Coloured |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#296720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Atlanta Olympics 1996 - Two gymnasts and flame, multicolor
Lettering:
OLYMPIC GAMES 1996 ATLANTA
500 WON
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The 1996 North Korean 500 Won silver coin featuring rhythmic gymnastics has a unique design, showcasing a gymnast in mid-air, surrounded by a circle of flames. The coin's obverse features the National Emblem of North Korea, while the reverse includes the coin's denomination and year of issue. This coin is not only a rare collectible but also a symbol of North Korea's rich cultural heritage.
