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1947 1 st series North Korea banknote 15 Won, 20 Won, 50 Won ACG 62 EPQ

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Product Description

This is a set of three North Korean early 1947 subsidiary banknotes (15 Chon, 20 Chon, and 50 Chon, watermarked), corresponding to Pick#5a, Pick#6a, and Pick#7a respectively. The entire set is ACG certified and packaged, representing a complete set of classic small-denomination North Korean subsidiary banknotes from the early days of the Republic of Korea.

Individual Note Information

1. 15 Chon (Pick#5a)

Obverse Inscribed "Central Bank of North Korea Note" in Chinese characters, with the year of issue 1947;
Reverse Floral border design, Arabic numeral 15 on the left and right, and the Korean character "전" in the center.

AGC Grade:62 EPQ Uncirculated, original paper of the watermarked version in excellent condition.

2. 20 Chon (Pick #6a)

Obverse Inscribed "Central Bank of North Korea Note" and "20 Chon" in Chinese, year 1947;
Reverse Vintage scrollwork border, 20 printed on both sides, Korean denomination in the center.

ACG Rating:62 EPQ Uncirculated, watermarked version.

3. 50 Chon (Pick #7a)

Obverse Inscribed "Central Bank of North Korea Note" and "50 Chon" in Chinese, year 1947;
Reverse 3D engraved border, 50 marked on both sides, Korean denomination in the center.

ACG Rating:62 EPQ Uncirculated, watermarked version.

Complete Set Features:

  • All banknotes are graded 62 EPQ, made on high-quality EPQ-certified paper, without creases or stains, and in uncirculated condition.
  • Each banknote has an independent QR code for verification, allowing online checking of the authentication record and anti-counterfeiting traceability.
  • A special transparent grading case protects the banknotes from moisture, dust, and oxidation, ensuring their original condition for a long time.
  • All banknotes are rare watermarked versions; early North Korean banknotes with watermarks are scarce, making complete sets even more valuable.

Specifications

Issuing Authority Central Bank of North Korea, 1947
Set Composition 15 cheon, 20 cheon, 50 cheon (3 banknotes total)
Version Pick#5a / Pick#6a / Pick#7a (Watermarked Version)
Authentication Institution ACG Guangzhou Aizang Art Appraisal Co., Ltd.
Unified Grading 62 EPQ Uncirculated (Uncirculated, High-Quality Paper)
Year 1947, North Korea's First Set of Subsidiary Banknotes
US$191.34
Certified by
Not graded

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