500 Won World Cup
1988 year| Silver (.999) | 27 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | North Korea |
|---|---|
| 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 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#78650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Soccer player
Lettering:
FOOTBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
ITALY 1990
500 WON
Interesting fact
The 1988 North Korea 500 Won World Cup silver coin features a unique design that showcases the country's passion for football, also known as soccer. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized image of a football player in mid-kick, with the background featuring the outline of a football stadium. The reverse side features the coat of arms of North Korea, surrounded by the inscription "500 Won" and the year of issue, "1988." This coin is not only a rare collectible for numismatists but also a fascinating piece of sports history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | 10000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Won (World Cup) 1988 coin.
