Product Description
This is an official pattern coin of the 10-qian (approximately 6.5 grams) coin minted by the People's Republic of Korea in 2002, corresponding to the year 91 of the Republic of Korea. Made of aluminum alloy, it belongs to the 2002 Floral Series subsidiary coin pattern set. Pattern coins were only for mint archiving, central bank review, and international coin exhibitions; they were never released into public circulation. Their surviving quantity is far lower than that of ordinary circulating coins, highlighting their rarity.
Detailed Analysis of Both Sides of the Coin
Obverse (National Emblem and Denomination Side)
| Ring Inscription |
The coin is engraved with the Korean phrase "조선인민공화국중앙은행", meaning: Central Bank of the People's Republic of Korea; |
| Central Relief |
The standard North Korean national emblem, with a five-pointed star radiating rays at the top. The main image features Mount Paektu, a hydroelectric power plant, and traditional buildings, surrounded by a wheat ribbon, with distinct three-dimensional carvings; |
| Denomination Decoration |
The denomination "10전 (10 Chon)" is marked below the national emblem, flanked by wavy leaf patterns. |
Reverse (Azalea Theme)
| Central Main Image |
Relief azalea (red azalea, the national flower of North Korea), with meticulously carved petals and stamens; |
| Ring Text |
The Hangul "진달래" (Azalea) is inscribed above the rim; |
| Year Marking |
"주체91 (2002)" is marked at the bottom of the flower, with the year 91 corresponding to 2002 in the Gregorian calendar; the coin is surrounded by a dotted security dot pattern. |
Basic Specifications
| Year of Minting |
2002 (Year 91) |
| Face Value |
10 Chon (10 cheon) |
| Material |
Aluminum Alloy |
| Coin Type |
Official Mint Sample Coin (Not for Circulation) |
| Series |
2002 Floral Theme Complete Sample Coin Set |
| Matching Coins |
1 Chon, 5 Chon, 10 Chon, 50 Chon, 1 Won Complete Floral Sample Coin Set |
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